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The Crucifixion of our Lord: John and the Synoptics

by Bob Soco | Mar 30, 2023 | Reflections and Devotions, Spiritual Growth and Devotional Life

Introduction: One Sunday at Speakers’ Corner recently, I found myself flummoxed when I knew the answer to a question that was raised but could not express it. It was not, as you would say, on the tip of my tongue. So, consider this my penance and an attempt to...

Being a Disciple of Christ: Christianity as a Complete Way of Life

by Bob Soco | Nov 25, 2022 | Christian Living and Discipleship, Christianity

It is an often-repeated trope amongst Muslims in particular, and amongst some Progressives, that Christianity is a spent force; or not a serious religion. Part of this critique is that the Christian treats their faith as a ‘part’ of their life, rather than...

Reflections on Lent; For Nepsis and Against Acedia.

by Bob Soco | Mar 18, 2022 | Reflections and Devotions, Spiritual Growth and Devotional Life

I remember once in my place of work that, as Ramadan came around, my work colleagues were conscientious to a fault to demonstrate both their care for Muslim colleagues who were fasting and to note how impressed they were at the practice. That same year, those same...

What is the True Measure of a Man? The Point of Life; a Christian Perspective

by Bob Soco | Jan 31, 2022 | Christian Living and Discipleship, Christianity

Recently, I was invited to a five-star hotel to meet with someone who wanted to talk about more than the latest football results. He was more interested in the stock markets; hence the five-star hotel reception. I entered into what could only be described as your...

Seven Christian Disciplines of the Spiritual Life

by Bob Soco | Feb 5, 2021 | Reflections and Devotions, Spiritual Growth and Devotional Life

Disciplines help you form your inner being The title should give something away. It’s ‘seven disciplines,’ not ‘the seven disciplines,’ and not ‘seven suggestions;’ as this is neither a full list of disciplines nor are these...

Finding your Vocation; Thoughts and Reflections

by Bob Soco | Jan 8, 2021 | Reflections and Devotions, Spiritual Growth and Devotional Life

One of the most consistent images in Christ’s teachings is that of the faithful servant, one who is going about his duties when our Lord returns. Therefore, the question of vocation (known as ‘calling’ in some circles) is something pressing upon the...