Thinking in terms of two realms understands the paired concepts worldy-Christia n, natural-superna tural, profane-sacred, rational-revela tions, as ultimate static opposites...and fails to recognize the original unity of these opposites in the Christ-reality.

God turns toward the very places from which humans turn away.

Unless he obeys, a man cannot believe.

Ultimate seriousness in not without a dose of humor.

The physical presence of other Christians is a source of incomparable joy and strength to the believer.

Earthly goods are given to be used, not to be collected.... Hoarding is idolatry.

The messengers of Jesus will be hated to the end of time. They will be blamed for all the division which rend cities and homes. Jesus and his disciples will be condemned on all sides for undermining family life, and for leading the nation astray; they will be called crazy fanatics and disturbers of the peace. The disciples will be sorely tempted to desert their Lord. But the end is also near, and they must hold on and persevere until it comes. Only he will be blessed who remains loyal to Jesus and his word until the end.