Catholicscope - Life isn't a condition where we will always be happy and get everything we want. Life is a condition in which we will be confronted with happiness and sadness.

If it's just happiness we may call it heaven, and if it's sad we may call it hell. God Himself already knows everything we need to live our lives that are only temporary in this world.

But, He desperately wants us to seek His help and always pray, that He may know that we still accept and consider Him to exist.

In the Bible, we can find many verses that can help us deal with situations and one of them is a Bible verse to strengthen a sad person.

Grieving the loss of our loved ones is very painful, like the death of a father, mother, brother, sister, friend, and our relatives. Here, we will give you a little information about the Bible verses for you who are grieving

1 Thessalonians 4:13-14

Brothers and sisters, we do not want you to be uninformed about those who sleep in death, so that you do not grieve like the rest of mankind, who have no hope. 14 For we believe that Jesus died and rose again, and so we believe that God will bring with Jesus those who have fallen asleep in him.

Deuteronomy 31: 6

Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you.”

Matthew 5: 4

Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.

Psalm 147: 3

He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.

Philippians 4:13

I can do all this through him who gives me strength.

Psalm 116: 15

Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his faithful servants.

Matthew 11:28

“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.

2 Corinthians 5: 1

For we know that if the earthly tent we live in is destroyed, we have a building from God, an eternal house in heaven, not built by human hands.

Psalm 62: 2-3

Truly he is my rock and my salvation; he is my fortress, I will never be shaken. How long will you assault me? Would all of you throw me down this leaning wall, this tottering fence?

1 Thessalonians 4:14

For we believe that Jesus died and rose again, and so we believe that God will bring with Jesus those who have fallen asleep in him.

John 11:25-26

Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die; 26 and whoever lives by believing in me will never die. Do you believe this?”

John 14: 1-3

“Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God[a]; believe also in me. 2 My Father’s house has many rooms; if that were not so, would I have told you that I am going there to prepare a place for you? 3 And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am.

Romans 14: 7-9

For none of us lives for ourselves alone, and none of us dies for ourselves alone. 8 If we live, we live for the Lord; and if we die, we die for the Lord. So, whether we live or die, we belong to the Lord. 9 For this very reason, Christ died and returned to life so that he might be the Lord of both the dead and the living.

1 Peter 5: 7

Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.

1 Peter 5: 10

And the God of all grace, who called you to his eternal glory in Christ, after you have suffered a little while, will himself restore you and make you strong, firm and steadfast.

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Catholicscope - A journey of love that runs harmoniously may end up with a variety of reasons. When the relationship has to end, it all hurts.

Many people feel deep stress and heartbreak when the love relationship ends. All of that drains energy and spends our time.

If you are someone who is feeling a painful separation and feel there is no one beside you who can calm you, then don't be afraid and feel alone.

Whatever the cause of the end of the relationship, you must always be strong and always rise up. Pray to God, ask His guidance.

As a reference, you can read these Bible verses that will continue to inspire you to pass through them.

These scriptures can help calm your mind, awaken you that God is with you, your happiness and your wounds.

Jeremiah 29:11

For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.

Proverbs 3:5

Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding.

1 Peter 5: 7

Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.

Philippians 4: 6

Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.

 Psalm 27:14

Wait for the Lord; be strong and take heart and wait for the Lord.

Psalm 34:18

The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.

Isaiah 41:10

So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.

Psalm 147:3

He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.

Psalm 55:22

Cast your cares on the Lord and he will sustain you; He will never let the righteous be shaken.

John 14:27

Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.

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Catholicscope - For Catholics, marriage is a sacred bond before God. Therefore, for couples who have received the sacrament of marriage is expected to keep the promise of the marriage intact.

In faith, the Church is convinced that in a paradise the Lord is truly present and a source of sanctity for a family. Therefore, the family is called to be holy.

But that holiness must be sanctified in the most concrete action. Then we ask, basically what?

Here are seven Bible verses that can be a source of inspiration for a Catholic family and make a holy marriage before God.

1. Romans 12: 2

Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.

2. Proverbs 6:32

But a man who commits adultery has no sense; whoever does so destroys himself.

3. Genesis 2: 25

Adam and his wife were both naked, and they felt no shame

4. Matthew 5: 28

But I tell you that anyone who looks at a woman lustfully has already committed adultery with her in his heart.

5. Ephesians 4: 32

Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.

6. Ephesians 5: 21

Submit to one another out of reverence for Christ.

7. Ephesians 5: 25

Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her.

Here are seven Bible verses that make your marriage holy. This can also be used as a matter of praying in the family to remind each other of the sacred promises of the sacrament of marriage.

Always remember that in God's good and evil is always present and the Holy Spirit is always with those who believe in God.

Catholicscope - In this life, we have experienced pain: physically, spiritually, and emotionally. In times of pain, we often feel alone and hopeless.

These are 10 bible verses about healing that can be our inspiration and strength. Keep hoping for God who gives us healing.

Exodus 15:26

He said, “If you will diligently listen to the voice of the Lord your God, and do that which is right in his eyes, and give ear to his commandments and keep all his statutes, I will put none of the diseases on you that I put on the Egyptians, for I am the Lord, your healer.”

Jeremiah 3:22

My wayward children,” says the Lord, “come back to me, and I will heal your wayward hearts.”

Psalm 6:2

Have compassion on me, Lord, for I am weak. Heal me, Lord, for my bones are in agony.

Ecclesiastes 3:1-3

For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven: a time to be born, and a time to die; a time to plant, and a time to pluck up what is planted; a time to kill, and a time to heal; a time to break down, and a time to build up.

Proverbs 17:22

A joyful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones.

Matthew 11:28-29

Then Jesus said, “Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you. Let me teach you, because I am humble and gentle at heart, and you will find rest for your souls.”

1 Peter 2:24

He personally carried our sins in his body on the cross so that we can be dead to sin and live for what is right. But his wounds you are healed.

James 5:14-15

Is anyone among you sick? Let him call for the elders of the church, and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord. And the prayer of faith will save the one who is sick, and the Lord will raise him up.

Jeremiah 17:14

O Lord, if you heal me, I will be truly healed; if you save me, I will be truly saved. My praises are for you alone!

3 John 1:2

Dear friend, I pray that you may enjoy good health and that all may go well with you, even as your soul is getting along well.

Hopefully this bible verse about healing can be solace and encouragement when we are sick. We must rely on God. Because only God that give us healing.

Catholicscope - We believe that our life is the most beautiful gift from God. Therefore we must find a way to give thanks to God because he has blessed us.

In the Bible, God has taught us how to be grateful through His word.
The problem is whether we want to read it and make it a source of inspiration in our prayers? If you believe that God's word is the way and the light of life, read the following Scripture verses to know how to give thanks to God who is good and right.

1. A heart that is always grateful

Colossians 2:7 – Rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness.

Colossians 3:15 - Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful.

2. Be thankful for everything

1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 -Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.

Hebrews12:28 - Therefore, since we are receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken, let us be thankful, and so worship God acceptably with reverence and awe.

3. Be Thankful for God's faithfulness

Psalm 136:25-26 - He gives food to every creature. Give thanks to the God of heaven.

Psalm 86:12-13 - I will praise you, Lord my God, with all my heart; I will glorify your name forever. For great is your love toward me; you have delivered me from the depths, from the realm of the dead.

Psalm 69:30-31 - I will praise God’s name in song and glorify him with thanksgiving. This will please the Lord more than an ox,more than a bull with its horns and hooves.

4. Be Thanksful in our prayer

Hebrews 12:28-29 - Therefore, since we are receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken, let us be thankful, and so worship God acceptably with reverence and awe, for our “God is a consuming fire”.

Psalm 30:3-4 - You, Lord, brought me up from the realm of the dead; you spared me from going down to the pit. Sing the praises of the Lord, you his faithful people; praise his holy name.

5. Be Thankful for the joy

Hebrews 13:14-16 - For here we do not have an enduring city, but we are looking for the city that is to come. Through Jesus, therefore, let us continually offer to God a sacrifice of praise—the fruit of lips that openly profess his name. And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased.

Psalm 30:11-12 - You turned my wailing into dancing; you removed my sackcloth and clothed me with joy, that my heart may sing your praises and not be silent. Lord my God, I will praise you forever.

These are Bible verses that teach us how to give thanks to God. Read and apply it in your prayers.

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Being patient and waiting for help from God requires a process and struggle. Patience often makes us tired, especially when in a state of despair and feeling alone. These are 10 bible verses about patience that can strengthen us to face all the twists and turns of life.

1. James 5:8

You also must be patient. Keep your hopes high, for the day of the Lord’s coming is near.

2. Proverbs 14:29

Whoever is patient has great understanding, but one who is quick-tempered displays folly.

3. Ephesians 4:2

Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love.

4. Romans 12:12

Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.

5. Romans 8:23

But if we hope for what we do not yet have, we wait for it patiently.

6. Psalm 27:14

Wait for the Lord; be strong and take heart and wait for the Lord.

7. 2 Peter 3:9

The Lord is not slow in keeping his promise, as some understand slowness. Instead he is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance.

8. Lamentations 3:25-27

The Lord is good to everyone who trusts in him, so it is best for us to wait in patience—to wait for him to save us— And it is best to learn this patience in our youth.

9. Psalm 37:7

Be still before the Lord and wait patiently for him; do not fret when people succeed in their ways,when they carry out their wicked schemes.

10. 1 Corinthians 13:4-5

Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs.

There are bible verses about patience. Hope those bible verses give you inspiration.

Catholicscope - Indonesia social media today, Wednesday, July 4, 2018, not only contains news of world cup and politics.

Suddenly, the social media crowded with information coming from Rome: Father Paul Budi Kleden SVD, elected head of the Society of the Word of God (SVD) or known as Superior General.

Many people rejoice and not a few are surprised. However, one of his close friends admitted that he was not surprised and said the election of Father Budi was the right thing.

The close friend was Bishop Adrianus Sunarko OFM of Bishop of Pangkalpinang.

Bishop Sunarko and Father Budi had both taken doctoral courses in theology at Albert Ludwid University Freiburg, Germany.

"I take pride in, though not surprised, given the abilities he has," said Bishop Adrianus at the Pangkalpinang diocese's Wisma Complex on Wednesday, July 4.

He also claimed to have heard previous stories from his friends in SVD when met, where they call Pater Budi is a strong candidate. He believes Pater Budi will do his job well.

While in Germany, Bishop Sunarko knew the figure who was born in Waibalun, East Flores as a person who has many talents.

"He is talent, diligent, clever, as well as like to seek new ideas," added the Bishop who ordained 23 september 2017 ago.

When elected as Bishop of Pangkalpinang, Bishop Adrianus OFM admitted to receiving congratulations from Father Budi.

"He sent his congratulations, and I said, 'I can not teach anymore,'" said Bishop Adrianus. Hearing that, Father Paul Budi said, "Bishop is now teaching for all dioceses."

Bishop Adrianus OFM arrived in Germany in 1996, then a year of language learning. He studied with Father Budi from 1997 to 2000.

"We studied the same dogmatic theology, guided by the same professor," he said.

This event of faith becomes the testimony and hope that the best Catholic sons of Indonesia will fly to different parts of the world to proclaim the Gospel.

We pray that the Holy Spirit will guide and enlighten Father Budi Kleden so as to lead the SVD according to God's will.

St Catherine of Siena, Saint Who Received The Stigmata

Catholicscope - St Catherine of Siena was born in Sienna City, Italy in 25 March 1347. Catherine was the youngest child. Her parents want their youngest daughter to marry and live happily.

But Catherine does not want to get married. She wants to be a nun. This determination she showed by cutting his hair and making himself unattractive.

Knowing what their daughter did, Catherine's parents were very angry. As punishment, Chaterine had to do heavy domestic work. She never gave up, she still wanted to be a nun. Prayer and meditation never left by Catherine. Eventually his parents allowed Catherine to become a nun.

Catherine entered the third Order of Saint Dominic. Inside the monastery he continued to pray and meditate in addition to her charity and apostolate work. The spiritual life and personality of Catherine made her the elected leader of the abbey.

At that time, the church experienced many problems. Priests and Church leaders do not present themselves well. The fights broke out throughout Italy. At that time, Pope was in Avignon, France.

Catherine gets a vision, Jesus asks her to write a letter to the Pope to return to Rome. She was also asked to write to the bishop, kings and commanders to improve the situation of the Church and the community.

Since entering the third Order of Saint Dominic, Catherine has been fasting ever since. She does not even eat and only receive communion.

She received the stigmata or the wounds of Jesus. Upon his request, the stigamata was invisible to others during his lifetime. After the death, the stigmata was only visible on his body.

Catherine gave all her life to God. She considers herself a tool of God. She gets great charisma to influence many people. She succeeded in making the Pope return to Rome, bringing many sinners back to the Lord's path, and reconciling kings with the Church.

St Catherine of Siena died on April 29, 1380 in Rome at the age of 33 years. It was canonized in 1461 by Pope Pius II.

In 1970, Pope Paul VI appointed her as a Doctor of The Church. Because Catherine served the Church of Christ with courage throughout her lifetime. St Catherine of Siena's feast day is April 29.

She is the patroness against fire, illness, the United States, Italy, miscarriages, people ridiculed for their faith, sexual temptation, and nurses.

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Catholicscope - Everyone has had an unpleasant event in life or a bad experience. These are 10 Scripture passages that strengthen you when you experience adversity.

For a Catholic, God is present in human life not only in a state of joy and joy. God is also present and accompany us in the most painful experience of life.

When we're down, we need a handle to get up again. We need motivation and hands that will reach out and support us to move on.

These 10 verses of the corroborating Scriptures are a representation of the ever-present and ever-extended hand of God for those of us who fall and fall to rise again.

1. Romans 8:24

For in this hope we were saved. Now hope that is seen is not hope. For who hopes for what he sees?

2. Psalm 31:24

Be of good courage, and he shall strengthen your heart, all ye that hope in the Lord.

3. Psalm 71:5

For you have been my hope, Sovereign Lord, my confidence since my youth.

4. Jeremiah 29:11

For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.

5. Isaiah 40:31

But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.

6. Deuteronomy 31:6

Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you.

7. Isaiah 41:10

So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.

8. Romans 8:25

But if we hope for what we do not yet have, we wait for it patiently.

9. Jeremiah 17:7

But blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord, whose confidence is in him.

10. Proverbs 10:28

The prospect of the righteous is joy, but the hopes of the wicked come to nothing.

Here are 10 Scriptures that strengthen you when you are falling. These verses you can reflect on when you are sad or happy that you are fully aware that God is always with us under any circumstances.