What does it mean to "put off the old man" as St. Paul instructs us? How could it possibly relate to Christmas sweaters? Read on to find out! It's no secret that mortal man has his shortcomings. In the world of describing the disparity between these shortcomings, versus the spiritually regenerated man’s perfect conformity to God’s nature, biblical analogies abound. Earthly and heavenly houses. Tares and wheat. Old and new wine bottles. But if there’s one that bears particular

Is it actually practical to respond to unkindness with love? Read on to see an example of how a consecration to Christian discipleship has borne practical fruit. Sometimes Christ Jesus’ commands to his followers would seem to defy the human logic of self-preservation. “Take no thought for your life, what ye shall eat” (Matthew 6:25). “Lend, hoping for nothing again” (Luke 6:35). “Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you” (Matthew 5:44). But,