Called to Communion 1-12-26 - A Personal Relationship with Jesus?
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Jan 12, 2026 Explore fascinating questions about spiritual communion and what it means for one's relationship with God, even amidst sin. Delve into the origins of the Magi and their gifts, and contemplate the nature of prophetic fulfillment in Jesus' kingdom. David Anders tackles authorship debates in scripture and clarifies the dynamics of grace and sin. He also demystifies Catholic teachings on personal relationships with Jesus, while offering insights on spiritual discernment and the uniqueness of sacramental communion.
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Three Gifts, Not Three Named Magi
- Matthew names three gifts but Scripture does not name three magi, so the tradition of Melchior, Caspar, and Balthazar is pious legend.
- Catholics may honor the legend without treating it as required divine revelation.
Twofold Reading Of Messianic Prophecy
- Old Testament prophecies of a universal, political kingdom are reinterpreted in the New Testament as both present spiritual reign and future fulfillment.
- Catholic eschatology holds a present deposit (Christ's resurrection) and a future consummation of God's kingdom.
Spiritual Communion In Mortal Sin
- Do not receive sacramental Communion in mortal sin; confess first because disposition matters for valid participation.
- Make an act of spiritual communion as an act of perfect contrition if sincerely sorry, then seek sacramental absolution when possible.
