Selected Lectio reading:
Matthew 13: 14-17
Reflection:
This passage gave me hope. We can all learn to see. Truly see one another, through their flaws, and without prejudice. We can learn to listen and not just hear. We can truly know what we each want. We can help one another.
I am thankful for days I don't have to go to class.
Prayer intention: people writing essays
Thursday, January 26, 2017
Tuesday, January 24, 2017
Matthew 5-9
Selected Lectio reading:
Matthew 5: 3-12
Reflection:
If you are humble you will be with go to heaven. If you mourn you will be comforted because there is no shame in being sad. If you are kind you can do anything, your potential is limitless. If you stand up for your beliefs you will be satisfied. If you are merciful you will have mercy in return. If you are pure you will be will be with God. If you are a peacemaker you are a child of God and carry on his words. Even if you die standing up for what is right God has not abandoned you and you shall live on in heaven. Even in hard times and even if you are persecuted God is with you. Be happy because if you are good in life you will earn heaven.
I am thankful for the entertainment industry.
Prayer intention: my friend Ana
Matthew 5: 3-12
Reflection:
If you are humble you will be with go to heaven. If you mourn you will be comforted because there is no shame in being sad. If you are kind you can do anything, your potential is limitless. If you stand up for your beliefs you will be satisfied. If you are merciful you will have mercy in return. If you are pure you will be will be with God. If you are a peacemaker you are a child of God and carry on his words. Even if you die standing up for what is right God has not abandoned you and you shall live on in heaven. Even in hard times and even if you are persecuted God is with you. Be happy because if you are good in life you will earn heaven.
I am thankful for the entertainment industry.
Prayer intention: my friend Ana
Thursday, January 19, 2017
Matthew 1-4
Selected Lectio reading:
Matthew 1: 18-22
Reflection:
Mary was so devoted to God that when he came to her and asked her to bear Jesus she said yes. She faced rejection from her soon to be husband, her family, and society as a whole but she did not care. She held that much trust in God and his plan. When Mary became pregnant as a virgin through the Holy Spirit Joseph was loyal. He trusted in the angel who came to him. He believed in God's plan for himself, Mary, and the child in her womb.
This story shows that faith goes a long way. God always has a plan for all of us. We may have to face hardships but God will be with us during our time of need. He tests our faith so we can see him in all things. We are never alone. God will not abandon us. He is love and the source of true happiness.
I am thankful for all the gifts God has bestowed upon me.
Prayer intention: everyone at the start of this new semester.
Matthew 1: 18-22
Reflection:
Mary was so devoted to God that when he came to her and asked her to bear Jesus she said yes. She faced rejection from her soon to be husband, her family, and society as a whole but she did not care. She held that much trust in God and his plan. When Mary became pregnant as a virgin through the Holy Spirit Joseph was loyal. He trusted in the angel who came to him. He believed in God's plan for himself, Mary, and the child in her womb.
This story shows that faith goes a long way. God always has a plan for all of us. We may have to face hardships but God will be with us during our time of need. He tests our faith so we can see him in all things. We are never alone. God will not abandon us. He is love and the source of true happiness.
I am thankful for all the gifts God has bestowed upon me.
Prayer intention: everyone at the start of this new semester.
Wednesday, January 18, 2017
John 13
Selected reading:
John 13: 1-11
Reflection:
When Jesus was with his disciples he knew he would be betrayed. Even so he loved them. He did not fear or try to stop Judas. Instead he accepted and gave them a final teaching. He washed their feet, a sign of humility even though he is the son of God. He still loved Peter even though he knew he would deny him three times. He was patient and humble.
This reading showed me to love others even if you know they have or will wrong you. Jesus showed me to love with no limits. He forgives even when not asked for forgiveness. Jesus showed that if he can forgive the greatest sin that I can forgive all sins. It is not necessary to hold grudges, I can be happier if I live in love and forgiveness.
I am thankful for loving friends and family
Intention: anyone who is sick
John 13: 1-11
Reflection:
When Jesus was with his disciples he knew he would be betrayed. Even so he loved them. He did not fear or try to stop Judas. Instead he accepted and gave them a final teaching. He washed their feet, a sign of humility even though he is the son of God. He still loved Peter even though he knew he would deny him three times. He was patient and humble.
This reading showed me to love others even if you know they have or will wrong you. Jesus showed me to love with no limits. He forgives even when not asked for forgiveness. Jesus showed that if he can forgive the greatest sin that I can forgive all sins. It is not necessary to hold grudges, I can be happier if I live in love and forgiveness.
I am thankful for loving friends and family
Intention: anyone who is sick
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