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Commentary on Philippians Chapter Three

by Bob Soco | Mar 9, 2024 | Christian Living and Discipleship, Reflections and Devotions, Spiritual Growth and Devotional Life

Finally, my brethren, rejoice in the Lord. To write the same things to you, to me indeed is not troublesome, but for you it is safe. In typical Pauline fashion, the words ‘finally’ come some way off from the end! Paul it seems wanted to console the Church...

Extended Commentary on Ephesians 6:10-20

by Bob Soco | Aug 16, 2023 | Reflections and Devotions, Spiritual Growth and Devotional Life

You may have noticed here in my blogs that I speak often about conflict, confrontation, the cultural battle, and the need for a more muscular Christianity. Invariably, when the themes of ‘struggle’ are raised in Christian circles, many quickly reference a...

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...

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...

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...