Tag Archives: saint paul

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 →

Posted in Sermons: Epistles | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Spiritual Dialogues: Maharishi Yogi meets Saint Paul

Posted on August 4, 2025 by Father Dave

I was penning some thoughts on Colossians 3:3 – “for you have died, and your life is hidden with Christ in God” – and reflecting on Saint Paul’s mystical imagery and language. It makes Paul sound like a guru, yet … Continue reading →

Posted in Interfaith, Sermons: Epistles | Tagged , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Does God Really Send Us Messages at Night? (Acts 16:9-10)

Posted on June 4, 2025 by Father Dave

“During the night Paul had a vision: there stood a man of Macedonia pleading with him and saying, “Come over to Macedonia and help us.” When he had seen the vision, we immediately tried to cross over to Macedonia, being … Continue reading →

Posted in Sermons: Epistles | Tagged , , , , | Leave a comment