In this reflection for the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe, Fr. Erik Arnold contrasts those who mocked Jesus on the cross, demanding he save himself, with the good thief who understood Jesus is a king who uses his power to save others—challenging us to ask Jesus for help, forgiveness, and salvation without letting pride, shame, or guilt stand in the way.
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In this reflection for the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe, Fr. Erik Arnold contrasts those who mocked Jesus on the cross, demanding he save himself, with the good thief who understood Jesus is a king who uses his power to save others—challenging us to ask Jesus for help, forgiveness, and salvation without letting pride, shame, or guilt stand in the way.
Enkindle 284 - 10.26.25 - Nothing But a Humble Heart
Enkindle: Family Scripture Reflections
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Enkindle 284 - 10.26.25 - Nothing But a Humble Heart
In this reflection for the 30th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Fr. Erik Arnold uses his childhood experience of avoiding band practice to explore the parable of the Pharisee and the tax collector, praising the tax collector's humble courage to show up before God empty-handed with nothing but his sins, rather than avoiding prayer until he could earn God's approval.
Enkindle: Family Scripture Reflections
In this reflection for the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe, Fr. Erik Arnold contrasts those who mocked Jesus on the cross, demanding he save himself, with the good thief who understood Jesus is a king who uses his power to save others—challenging us to ask Jesus for help, forgiveness, and salvation without letting pride, shame, or guilt stand in the way.
