Luke 11: 33 – 36 The lamp of the body

Luke 11: 33 – 36 The lamp of the body ‘No one lights a lamp and puts it in a place where it will be hidden, or under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, so that those who come in may see the light. Your eye is the lamp of your body.Continue reading “Luke 11: 33 – 36 The lamp of the body”

John 8: 48 – 59 Jesus’ claims about himself

John 8: 48 – 59 Jesus claims about himself The Jews answered him, ‘Aren’t we right in saying that you are a Samaritan and demon-possessed?’ ‘I am not possessed by a demon,’ said Jesus, ‘but I honour my Father and you dishonour me. I am not seeking glory for myself; but there is one whoContinue reading “John 8: 48 – 59 Jesus’ claims about himself”

John 1:6 – 18

John the Baptist, a witness to Jesus John 1:6 – 18 John the Baptist, a witness to Jesus In John 1: 1-5, St John tells us about the Word, identifying it as the active principle of creation and the life and light of humanity. But what – or who – is the Word? In versesContinue reading “John 1:6 – 18”