MODESTY

MODESTY

By: John Walter B. Juat

One way to live the virtue of Chastity

Is by practicing a similar virtue: Modesty

It seems it’s losing its meaning in society

Everything seems to be so earthly

Modesty is when one dresses up appropriately

Avoiding wearing skimpy shorts or spaghetti

It is not at all wrong to dress comfortably

But remember to do so with decency

In practicing modesty, you can still dress fashionably

It’s not something limiting, you can still choose freely

It’s not essential that the skirt is below the knee

But be wise, don’t be revealing and dress responsibly

Practicing modesty, one no longer needs to worry

How people will treat you, what they will see

‘Coz once you’re covered, what is emphasized is beauty

Your true inner beauty and not your body

Modesty is also a training ground for fidelity

Because it allows you to see the other with clarity

Though it takes a lot of sacrifice and self-mastery

It trains yourself and the other to love purely

If you want others to treat you respectfully

To accept you as you are, not only your sexuality

Make a choice to struggle to live modestly

It’s a right choice. For sure you won’t feel sorry

Finally, modesty is a virtue that protects purity

And about seeing yourself with great dignity

Prayer for Peace for the Persecuted Christians

Prayer for Peace for the Persecuted Christians

by: John B. Juat

Father God, King of peace, hear my prayer

To stop this systematic Christian massacre

Hear my plea, my perfect Heavenly Father

Intercede for me, my loving Blessed Mother

Look upon us with Mercy, my dear Mama Mary

Put an end to so much crimes against humanity

Protect the Christians, mother, those who chose to flee

Give them food, shelter, love and security

I beg you, dear Jesus, stop this persecution

Men, women, even children experienced execution

Raped, beheaded, hung, a continuous annihilation

Lord Jesus, please, have mercy and give us a solution

Asking the intercession of all the saints, hear my cry

I don’t understand this persecution, I can only ask why

Whisper my intentions to my Father, God on High

That this will soon end and nobody else has to die

Father God, accept this prayer for peace I offer you

I trust that in your great love, my prayer will come true

AMEN

Chastity

Chastity
By: John B. Juat

In this day and age, how can one practice Chastity?
Is it even possible to live purely?
Yes. Go against the dictates of society
Go and struggle to be chaste, though it's not easy

Is it possible to overcome masturbation
Especially if it has become an addiction?
Yes. Be brave and go often to Confession
And receive our Lord frequently in Communion

What about pornography, is it okay?
What about to read the book 50 Shades of Grey?
No. Go against it in every possible way
Ask help from Mary. She won't allow us to stray

For young couples deeply in love, can sex wait?
If they wait for marriage, it might be too late
No. Trust God and in His plans cooperate
Save your body and soul for that sacred date

Struggle young people, bravely put up this fight
Don't take it lightly. See it as black and white
Be strong. Be strong. We will be guided by the Light
To carefully guard our thoughts, hearts, words and our sight

Go against the flow and feel no sense of shame
Run away from temptation and call on His Name
Make an effort to make our sexual tendencies tame
And allow us to be consumed by His loving flame

Do not ever forget chastity is a choice
Possible only if we listen to His voice

The Holy Trinity

The Holy Trinity
by: John B. Juat

Father, Son and Holy Spirit, one great mystery
One God in three persons, equal in majesty
Together sharing in the fullness of glory
Bounded perfectly by love to form the Trinity

Who is God the Father? He is the Maker
And of all our needs, He's the Great Provider
He's all knowing, all present and the God of Power
Though He's also the loving, caring, forgiving Father

The Son is Jesus, the Savior of humanity
He came to us to break the bonds of slavery
He spilled His precious blood so that we could be free
To be with Him someday for all eternity

The Spirit is the Paraclete and the Helper
His fruits and gifts are given to make us better
From the stains of sin, He's known to be the Cleanser
He's responsible to prepare us to meet the Father

Father, Son and Holy Spirit, one great mystery
One God in three persons, equal in majesty
Together sharing in the fullness of glory
Bounded perfectly by love to form the Trinity