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I applied copywriting techniques to Bible study and here's what happened

How copywriting reveals the hidden rhetoric of the Bible: narrative techniques, repetitions and calls to action to enrich your spiritual reading.

7 Little-Known Biblical Literary Genres That Will Change Your Reading

Discover 7 often overlooked biblical literary genres — satire, hyperbole, extended parable, chiasmus, inclusio, antithetical parallelism and irony — that will transform your reading.

Leo XIV: remain open to spiritual formation

Pope Leo XIV calls on teachers and Catholic institutions to reconnect with spiritual formation, for an integral education founded on hope.

How biblical authors mastered the art of modern persuasion

How biblical authors mastered the art of persuasion: discovering millennia-old narrative and rhetorical techniques applied to modern communication

“You have received a Spirit who has made you sons, and in him we cry out, ‘Abba!’ that is, ‘Father!’” (Rom 8:12-17)

From slavery to sonship: how the Holy Spirit makes us cry “Abba” and transforms our identity, from fear to filial freedom and glorious hope.

“The tax collector went down to his house; he had become righteous rather than the Pharisee” (Luke 18:9-14).

The parable of the Pharisee and the tax collector (Luke 18:9-14) reveals that humility opens the way to justification: reading, meditating on and living the salvation received through mercy.

Why Regularity Beats Intensity in Prayer

Why regularity in prayer transforms more than intensity: Practical advice, the psychology of habits, and how to start with 3 minutes a day.

“Who will deliver me from this body which is leading me to death?” (Rom 7:18-25a)

Romans 7: Recognizing Inner Division and Welcoming Grace. Reading, theological context, analysis, and spiritual paths to experiencing liberation in Jesus Christ.

“You know how to interpret the appearance of the earth and the sky; but why do you not know how to interpret this time?” (Lk 12:54-59)

Discerning the signs of the times (Lk 12:54-59): developing a spiritual outlook to interpret the present, acting with lucidity and responding to God's calls.

“Now, having been freed from sin, you have become slaves of God” (Rom 6:19-23)

Romans 6:19-23: Becoming a “slave of God” as true freedom—from sin to holiness, from shame to dignity, and the promise of eternal life.

“Do you think I have come to bring peace on earth? I tell you, no, but rather division” (Lk 12:49-53)

Luke 12:49-53 explained: why Jesus announces division, how the evangelical fire purifies our attachments and guides us towards a deeper peace.

“Who will have what you have accumulated?” (Luke 12:13-21)

From Lk 12:13-21, this essay helps to unmask greed, cultivate poverty of heart and build an economy of sufficiency: spiritual benchmarks, practices and actions.

“The hairs of your head are all numbered” (Lk 12:1-7)

Luke 12:1-7 — Unmasking hypocrisy, choosing filial fear, and embracing Providence. A practical meditation for moving from fear of men to trust in God: context, analysis, concrete avenues (personal life, family, work, digital), meditation, and prayer. A path in three words: truth, filial fear, trust.

I've Tried Every Popular Prayer Method – Here's What Works!

I've tried every method of prayer: contemplative, rosary, prayer, traditional prayers—discover what truly transforms spiritual life.

Why Your Ancestors Prayed Better Than You (and How to Discover Their Secret)

Your ancestors possessed a secret that we have lost in the whirlwind of modernity. They didn't consult meditation apps, didn't program...

Integrating God's Word into Daily Life

In a world where distractions seem omnipresent, the question of "how to integrate God's Word into daily life" becomes essential for...

Reflections on the impact of faith in our modern life

Reflections on the impact of faith in our modern lives reveal a fascinating reality: despite technological advances and increasing secularization,...

Find peace and inspiration through biblical meditation

You may be wondering how to find peace and inspiration through biblical meditation in such a turbulent and distracted world? Meditation...

Reflections on the impact of faith in our lives

Reflections on the impact of faith in our modern lives reveal a fascinating phenomenon: despite technological advances and the rise of...

Practicing prayer in daily life

Practicing prayer in daily life is a spiritual necessity for many, but how can we fully integrate it into an often busy schedule?