The Art of Dying Well by Robert Bellarmine
Robert Bellarmine wrote a short book called “The Art of Dying Well” in 1619. It tries to help people prepare for their own death. Here is our study of the book.
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Spiritual Armor
The Bible likens the aspects of righteous living to the pieces of a suit of armor.
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The Tongue is like the Rudder of a Ship
The Bible calls us to use our words to uplift other people. However, many Christians use their words to tear down other people. They should say nothing.
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The Light Shines in the Darkness
The divine light shines into the darkness of our lives and world. We often overlook it or misunderstand it, ignore it or hate it. But it is never extinguished.
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Born Again to a Living Hope
Believing in Lord Jesus Christ gives us a new birth. We are born a second time. We are born again.
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How, then shall I pray? – a Haiku poem
I wrote this Haiku poem after an intense session of Contemplative Prayer.
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What does it mean to seek the LORD?
What does it mean to seek the LORD? It does not mean attending liturgies. Amos says God hates our liturgies! Micah delivers a splendid answer.
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Hope and a Future
The Bible offers the possibility of a future filled with hope!