Tag Archives: perseverance

God Asks for Faithfulness, Not Success! (Matthew 13:3-9)

Posted on July 11, 2026 by Father Dave

“Then he told them many things in parables, saying: “A farmer went out to sow his seed. As he was scattering the seed, some fell along the path, and the birds came and ate it up. Some fell on rocky … Continue reading →

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We Boast in Our Struggles!

Posted on June 13, 2026 by Father Dave

“We boast in our afflictions, knowing that affliction produces endurance, and endurance produces character, and character produces hope, and this hope does not disappoint us.” (Romans 5:3–5) I suspect that this one‑liner from Saint Paul has been quoted by any number … Continue reading →

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Suffering Produces Perseverance! (Romans 5:3-5)

Posted on March 7, 2026 by Father Dave

Saint Paul would be the first to say that if you’re looking for a quiet life, free from stress and pain, following Jesus is not a good option, and Shia Islam isn’t either. But while following Jesus (or following Imam Husain) will not make life easier, it will make life larger and will fill life with meaning, courage, and hope. Continue reading →

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