My husband and I were raised in Catholic families in Colombia, and from an early age our parents taught us the fundamental moral principles of the Catholic religion. But on April of 1989, when we were born again, we began to understand the true meaning of being a Christian and since then our relationship with God has become more personal. Since then we began to write. José Joaquin wrote reflections about the love of God and messages of hope for humanity, and I wrote wise advice for all families everywhere.

Sunday, March 25, 2018

IT IS OUR SPIRITUAL COMMITMENT TO LOVE EVERYONE


“‘Teacher, which is the most important commandment in the Law of Moses?’  Jesus replied, ‘You must love the Lord your God with all your heart, all your soul, and all your mind. This is the first and greatest commandment. A second is equally important: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself. The entire law and all the demands of the prophets are based on these two commandments.’”
Matthew 22:36-40
Do not make fun of your brother because of the physical defects he has because you could have worse.
Our wealthy brethren, neither hide nor bury your money because we have many needy brethren. The landowners of the beautiful farms that are filled to the brim with money and don’t know what to do with it, bury it or put it away instead of putting it to good use. They don’t realize the great responsibility that they have with the needy brethren that pullulate here and there. To help the needy is always the will of God, if you ask me. I hope you don’t ignore me, because you could regret it. Don’t be thinking that you’re too good, because in the Holy Presence of God, we’re all the same.

The love of God and the love towards your neighbor are the most beautiful things in life you’ve never known. Don’t make fun of your brother or ignore his need because if you do, there’s no salvation for you (Matthew 25:31-46). It is such a dangerous thing that I want you all to be aware. Don’t despise your brother because that would close the doors of heaven for you. If you lose your eternal life, you’ve lost it all; if you give your life to Satan, he will repay you badly (he will do you evil in turn).
How sweet and wonderful it is to follow the Lord Jesus, who never despises us and is the only one who can save us. To all my friends out there, I beseech you that you go with Him; you’ll never regret it. Thank you for that freedom which you gave to us to go wherever we please. I won’t relent; I’m decided that I will go with you, Father God. I mean, when you’re in love, it is impossible to shut up. You have to say something: Praise the Lord, no end!
Cordially,
Jose Joaquin Agudelo
September 5, 2009

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