Readings for Friday October 30, 2009
First Reading: Romans 9:1-5
Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 147
Gospel: Luke 14:1-6
On a sabbath Jesus went to dine at the home of one of the leading Pharisees, and the people there were observing him carefully. In front of him there was a man suffering from dropsy. Jesus spoke to the scholars of the law and Pharisees in reply, asking, “Is it lawful to cure on the sabbath or not?” But they kept silent; so he took the man and, after he had healed him, dismissed him. Then he said to them “Who among you, if your son or ox falls into a cistern, would not immediately pull him out on the sabbath day?” But they were unable to answer his question. (Lk 14:1-6)
What are Sundays for? Many people think that Sundays are for football and tailgating. Others use it for cleaning days and/or to catch up with their other weekly responsibilities. Others decided to go to work on those days. I would have to admit that I am guilty of all of the above. I know that a constant struggle in our family is to remember that Sunday's are for the Lord, not for us. They are meant to be days of rest; God even took a break on the seventh day of creation, not because He needed it, but to show its importance. Sunday's are meant for us to leave our work and to do God's work. Now sometimes that may be situations that we need to do some cleaning or go to our jobs; but when we do this we have a chance to glorify Him in our works.
In today's gospel, Jesus did not hesitate to cure the man with dropsy. He did this because He wants us to know that the most important thing that we are called to is to do God's work in this world, not just take it easy. While it is certainly important that we rest, it is more important that we do His will.
I would like to challenge all of us to begin thinking how we can each make Sunday's more about God, and about His work. We should not just think about Him at mass, but rather the whole day. I think that if we could all do this both in our individual lives and in our families we would begin seeing a big difference in our Sundays and in our weeks.
May God bless each of you and your families.
Father above, we thank you and praise you for the gift of this day. Lord, help us each to let go of the worldly things and desires that we have and to give in to what you will and what you desire. Lord, thank you for our lives and for all that you bless us with. We pray for all of our priests and religious, may they be strengthened in their ministries and in their vows. We ask this all through Christ our Lord. Amen.
10.30.2009
10.29.2009
The most powerful bond
Readings for Thursday October 29, 2009
First Reading: Romans 8:31-39
Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 109
Gospel: Luke 13:31-35
For I am convinced that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor present things, nor future things, nor powers, nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord. (Rom. 8:38-39)
I recently discovered this stuff called Gorilla Glue. Let me tell you, I think it is the best and strongest glue I have ever used (please don't worry, this is not an endorsement). I have used it for several projects now, and it really works great; it forms a strong bond which makes sure that things really stick together. It works on all kinds of materials and on many different surfaces. While Gorilla Glue may create a strong a bond, it is a bond that with the right materials and with time can become undone.
In today's letter to the Romans, Saint Paul tells about a bond that cannot be undone, not matter what. He is talking about the love of God, and how there is nothing on heaven or on earth that can break this powerful bond. I believe that this passage give us reason not to lose hope. And to be honest, when we look at the world today, it can be very easy to become frightened and to lose hope. It is challenging to trust when we see such evil things taking place; and when we see our rights, liberties and freedoms being taken away a little at a time. But we must remember that no matter what earthly thing that we have that is taken away, no one or no thing can take away the love of God from us. We can also find great hope in the words of Saint Paul, "If God is for us, who can be against us?" (Rom 8:31b)
Nothing can separate us from the love of God. In today's gospel, it was clear that the principality of that time (Herod) could do nothing to stop Jesus from fulfilling His mission, and nothing can stop Him now. So don't lose hope, we have and always will have the love of God, which is the most powerful bond, one which can never be broken.
Father above, we thank you and praise you for the gift of this day. Lord, forgive us for the times when we do not trust, or for the times when we lose hope; increase our faith Lord so that we might follow you confidently no matter where you lead us to. Lord, you alone know our path, help us to see your will in our lives and to surrender our own will. Lord, we pray for all those in need of conversion and all those who do not know your love. We ask this all through Christ our Lord. Amen.
First Reading: Romans 8:31-39
Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 109
Gospel: Luke 13:31-35
For I am convinced that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor present things, nor future things, nor powers, nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord. (Rom. 8:38-39)
I recently discovered this stuff called Gorilla Glue. Let me tell you, I think it is the best and strongest glue I have ever used (please don't worry, this is not an endorsement). I have used it for several projects now, and it really works great; it forms a strong bond which makes sure that things really stick together. It works on all kinds of materials and on many different surfaces. While Gorilla Glue may create a strong a bond, it is a bond that with the right materials and with time can become undone.
In today's letter to the Romans, Saint Paul tells about a bond that cannot be undone, not matter what. He is talking about the love of God, and how there is nothing on heaven or on earth that can break this powerful bond. I believe that this passage give us reason not to lose hope. And to be honest, when we look at the world today, it can be very easy to become frightened and to lose hope. It is challenging to trust when we see such evil things taking place; and when we see our rights, liberties and freedoms being taken away a little at a time. But we must remember that no matter what earthly thing that we have that is taken away, no one or no thing can take away the love of God from us. We can also find great hope in the words of Saint Paul, "If God is for us, who can be against us?" (Rom 8:31b)
Nothing can separate us from the love of God. In today's gospel, it was clear that the principality of that time (Herod) could do nothing to stop Jesus from fulfilling His mission, and nothing can stop Him now. So don't lose hope, we have and always will have the love of God, which is the most powerful bond, one which can never be broken.
Father above, we thank you and praise you for the gift of this day. Lord, forgive us for the times when we do not trust, or for the times when we lose hope; increase our faith Lord so that we might follow you confidently no matter where you lead us to. Lord, you alone know our path, help us to see your will in our lives and to surrender our own will. Lord, we pray for all those in need of conversion and all those who do not know your love. We ask this all through Christ our Lord. Amen.
10.28.2009
Sand Castles
Readings for Wednesday October 28, 2009
Feasts of Saints Simon and Jude, apostles
First Reading: Ephesians 2:19-22
Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 19
Gospel: Luke 6:12--16
You are no longer strangers and sojourners, but you are fellow citizens with the holy ones and members of the household of God, built upon the foundation of the Apostles and prophets, with Christ Jesus himself as the capstone. Through him the whole structure is held together and grows into a temple sacred in the Lord; in him you also are being built together into a dwelling place of God in the Spirit. (Eph 2:19-22)
Sand castles are great fun for both kids and adults; and in fact some people actually make a living doing sand sculptures. But as much fun as they are and as spectacular as people may make them, sand castles have three main adversaries: water, wind, and bullies. Whenever water hits, the sand immediately turns clumpy and breaks apart. When the wind blows it begins to chip away and erode the sand creation. We have all seen the local bully who finds great delight in wrecking a perfectly good sand castle, apparently the mote around them doesn't completely protect the castle. While sand castles may bring a lot of fun in our lives, they also teach us an important lesson, things that do not have a solid base can be easily destroyed by the things of this world.
Unlike the instability and weakness of sand, our faith is built upon solid rock. Our faith is built upon a solid foundation of which no man or earthly thing can destroy or wear down. Our faith is "built upon the foundation of the apostles and the prophets, with Christ Jesus himself as the capstone." (Eph 2:20) We should take great comfort in knowing that the foundation of the faith we share is something that cannot be eroded, worn down, broken, cracked, chipped, or damaged in any way. It is perfect and it is something that will always provide stability in our lives. If we truly rely on our faith in Christ (and not on ourselves), and realize the solid foundation of which we are on; then we will realize that we can weather any storm, or anything that anyone might try and throw at us; because our faith is based on Christ himself of which there is nothing more powerful or as mighty as Him.
Saints Simon and Jude, pray for us that we might live this life with the courage and the zeal of which you were blessed.
Father above, we thank you and praise you for the gift of this day. Thank you for all of your love and blessings in our life. Lord, we are not deserving of your mercy and forgiveness, but you give t to us anyway freely. Lord, we thank you and pray for the courage to follow you wherever you lead us. We pray for all of our religious and all of our priests. We ask this all through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Feasts of Saints Simon and Jude, apostles
First Reading: Ephesians 2:19-22
Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 19
Gospel: Luke 6:12--16
You are no longer strangers and sojourners, but you are fellow citizens with the holy ones and members of the household of God, built upon the foundation of the Apostles and prophets, with Christ Jesus himself as the capstone. Through him the whole structure is held together and grows into a temple sacred in the Lord; in him you also are being built together into a dwelling place of God in the Spirit. (Eph 2:19-22)
Sand castles are great fun for both kids and adults; and in fact some people actually make a living doing sand sculptures. But as much fun as they are and as spectacular as people may make them, sand castles have three main adversaries: water, wind, and bullies. Whenever water hits, the sand immediately turns clumpy and breaks apart. When the wind blows it begins to chip away and erode the sand creation. We have all seen the local bully who finds great delight in wrecking a perfectly good sand castle, apparently the mote around them doesn't completely protect the castle. While sand castles may bring a lot of fun in our lives, they also teach us an important lesson, things that do not have a solid base can be easily destroyed by the things of this world.
Unlike the instability and weakness of sand, our faith is built upon solid rock. Our faith is built upon a solid foundation of which no man or earthly thing can destroy or wear down. Our faith is "built upon the foundation of the apostles and the prophets, with Christ Jesus himself as the capstone." (Eph 2:20) We should take great comfort in knowing that the foundation of the faith we share is something that cannot be eroded, worn down, broken, cracked, chipped, or damaged in any way. It is perfect and it is something that will always provide stability in our lives. If we truly rely on our faith in Christ (and not on ourselves), and realize the solid foundation of which we are on; then we will realize that we can weather any storm, or anything that anyone might try and throw at us; because our faith is based on Christ himself of which there is nothing more powerful or as mighty as Him.
Saints Simon and Jude, pray for us that we might live this life with the courage and the zeal of which you were blessed.
Father above, we thank you and praise you for the gift of this day. Thank you for all of your love and blessings in our life. Lord, we are not deserving of your mercy and forgiveness, but you give t to us anyway freely. Lord, we thank you and pray for the courage to follow you wherever you lead us. We pray for all of our religious and all of our priests. We ask this all through Christ our Lord. Amen.
10.27.2009
Hope that is unseen
Readings for Tuesday October 27, 2009
First Reading: Romans 8:18-25
Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 126
Gospel: Luke 13:18-21
We know that all creation is groaning in labor pains even until now; and not only that, but we ourselves, who have the firstfruits of the Spirit, we also groan within ourselves as we wait for adoption, the redemption of our bodies. For in hope we were saved. Now hope that sees for itself is not hope. For who hopes for what one sees? But if we hope for what we do not see, we wait with endurance. (Rom 8:22-25)
Hope, this is one of the pivotal qualities of any good optimist. Saint Paul tells us today that we were saved in hope, a hope in Christ that is not seen, heard or understood with any of our earthly senses. I think that sometimes hope can seem like the theological virtue that is hard to grasp. We can all wrap our hands around what faith and love is (most of the time anyway), but hope is a little harder. Saint Paul tells us that "hope that sees for itself is not hope." So if we cannot not see it, touch it, smell it, taste it or hear it; then how do we know we have it? How do we know that it is around? Saint Paul wisely makes the association between hope and endurance, because I believe that they are very closely connected. I believe that our hope is the fuel for our faith. I believe that it is what keeps us going, what allows us to never quit or give up on Christ. I believe that the greater our hope, the greater our faith. Hope is not seen or heard, it is what drives us, what keeps us going, what keeps us waiting with endurance.
As I was reading the two parables from today's gospel, I realized that without the great hope of Christ in us, we will not seek to build up the kingdom. We all have a responsibility to help build up God's kingdom while here on earth. But if we do not have this important "optimistic fuel," things can become very discouraging and it can be hard to keep persevering in this life. But if we hold fast to the hope that we have, then we will realize that there is no need to be discouraged, or give in to despair (which is the opposite of hope). Hope gives us the fuel to continue on in God's plan to build up His kingdom. I pray that we all let this hope build in us, and that we will all be active in God's plan for us and for this world.
Father above, we thank you and praise you for the gift of this day. Lord, help us to surrender all of who we are to you, to give up our will in exchange for yours. Lord, we seek to be humble servants of you, and to let your light shine through us in this world. Lord, you alone know what is right and what is good for us, may we never stray from your loving care. We ask this all through Christ our Lord. Amen.
First Reading: Romans 8:18-25
Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 126
Gospel: Luke 13:18-21
We know that all creation is groaning in labor pains even until now; and not only that, but we ourselves, who have the firstfruits of the Spirit, we also groan within ourselves as we wait for adoption, the redemption of our bodies. For in hope we were saved. Now hope that sees for itself is not hope. For who hopes for what one sees? But if we hope for what we do not see, we wait with endurance. (Rom 8:22-25)
Hope, this is one of the pivotal qualities of any good optimist. Saint Paul tells us today that we were saved in hope, a hope in Christ that is not seen, heard or understood with any of our earthly senses. I think that sometimes hope can seem like the theological virtue that is hard to grasp. We can all wrap our hands around what faith and love is (most of the time anyway), but hope is a little harder. Saint Paul tells us that "hope that sees for itself is not hope." So if we cannot not see it, touch it, smell it, taste it or hear it; then how do we know we have it? How do we know that it is around? Saint Paul wisely makes the association between hope and endurance, because I believe that they are very closely connected. I believe that our hope is the fuel for our faith. I believe that it is what keeps us going, what allows us to never quit or give up on Christ. I believe that the greater our hope, the greater our faith. Hope is not seen or heard, it is what drives us, what keeps us going, what keeps us waiting with endurance.
As I was reading the two parables from today's gospel, I realized that without the great hope of Christ in us, we will not seek to build up the kingdom. We all have a responsibility to help build up God's kingdom while here on earth. But if we do not have this important "optimistic fuel," things can become very discouraging and it can be hard to keep persevering in this life. But if we hold fast to the hope that we have, then we will realize that there is no need to be discouraged, or give in to despair (which is the opposite of hope). Hope gives us the fuel to continue on in God's plan to build up His kingdom. I pray that we all let this hope build in us, and that we will all be active in God's plan for us and for this world.
Father above, we thank you and praise you for the gift of this day. Lord, help us to surrender all of who we are to you, to give up our will in exchange for yours. Lord, we seek to be humble servants of you, and to let your light shine through us in this world. Lord, you alone know what is right and what is good for us, may we never stray from your loving care. We ask this all through Christ our Lord. Amen.
10.26.2009
Let go of the Orange
Readings for Monday October 26, 2009
First Reading: Romans 8:12-17
Responsorial Psalm: Psalm
Gospel: Luke 13:10-17
For if you live according to the flesh, you will die, but if by the spirit you put to death the deeds of the body, you will live. (Rom 8:13)
African hunters have figured out a clever way to catch monkeys; they take a coconut, slice it in half and hollow it out. Then they cut a hole on one side just big enough for the monkey's hand to pass through. They put an orange in the coconut, secure it back together and tie one end of the coconut to a tree. When the monkey smells the orange they will come an try and get it, the monkey will put its hand in the hole and try to pull out the orange, of course the hole is too small for the orange to go through. So the monkey will sit there and struggle with trying to get the orange out while the hunter comes by and throws a net over the monkey. Sadly, the monkey could have saved its own life if only it had been willing to let go of the orange.
I tell this story not to advertise or condone any sort of monkey entrapment; but rather to make a point. Like the monkey, we have a tendency to hold on to the things that lead to our enslavement. We are just not willing to let go of the earthly things and be free. We all struggle with letting things go, what does the orange represent in your life; is it expensive things, money, lust, greed, envy, power, positions, etc? If we are ever to thrive in this life and to be the good, faithful servants that we are all called to be, then we must be willing to "let go of the orange."
Saint Paul wisely tells us today that "by the spirit we must put to death the deeds of the body." If we are willing to let go of, and put to death these deeds of the body, to open ourselves up to God and to live by His spirit, then we will have abundant life. I pray that we all open ourselves up to the spirit, and surrender ourselves to our Father in heaven, who out of pure love and mercy has adopted us as His beloved children.
Father above, we thank you and praise you for the gift of this day. Lord, you give us more than we ever deserve, thank you for your great love and mercy. Lord, help us to let go of the things that tie us down to this world, to open our selves up to a life for you, a life filled with love, joy and faith. Lord, if we want to be happy, then we would all do well to follow you, help increase our faith so that we do not veer off this path. We pray for all those in need of conversion, and all those who are lost in this world. We ask this all through Christ our Lord. Amen.
First Reading: Romans 8:12-17
Responsorial Psalm: Psalm
Gospel: Luke 13:10-17
For if you live according to the flesh, you will die, but if by the spirit you put to death the deeds of the body, you will live. (Rom 8:13)
African hunters have figured out a clever way to catch monkeys; they take a coconut, slice it in half and hollow it out. Then they cut a hole on one side just big enough for the monkey's hand to pass through. They put an orange in the coconut, secure it back together and tie one end of the coconut to a tree. When the monkey smells the orange they will come an try and get it, the monkey will put its hand in the hole and try to pull out the orange, of course the hole is too small for the orange to go through. So the monkey will sit there and struggle with trying to get the orange out while the hunter comes by and throws a net over the monkey. Sadly, the monkey could have saved its own life if only it had been willing to let go of the orange.
I tell this story not to advertise or condone any sort of monkey entrapment; but rather to make a point. Like the monkey, we have a tendency to hold on to the things that lead to our enslavement. We are just not willing to let go of the earthly things and be free. We all struggle with letting things go, what does the orange represent in your life; is it expensive things, money, lust, greed, envy, power, positions, etc? If we are ever to thrive in this life and to be the good, faithful servants that we are all called to be, then we must be willing to "let go of the orange."
Saint Paul wisely tells us today that "by the spirit we must put to death the deeds of the body." If we are willing to let go of, and put to death these deeds of the body, to open ourselves up to God and to live by His spirit, then we will have abundant life. I pray that we all open ourselves up to the spirit, and surrender ourselves to our Father in heaven, who out of pure love and mercy has adopted us as His beloved children.
Father above, we thank you and praise you for the gift of this day. Lord, you give us more than we ever deserve, thank you for your great love and mercy. Lord, help us to let go of the things that tie us down to this world, to open our selves up to a life for you, a life filled with love, joy and faith. Lord, if we want to be happy, then we would all do well to follow you, help increase our faith so that we do not veer off this path. We pray for all those in need of conversion, and all those who are lost in this world. We ask this all through Christ our Lord. Amen.
10.23.2009
Answers
Readings for Friday October 23, 2009
First Reading: Romans 7:18-25
Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 119
Gospel: Luke 12:54-59
Jesus said to the crowds, “When you see a cloud rising in the west you say immediately that it is going to rain–and so it does; and when you notice that the wind is blowing from the south you say that it is going to be hot–and so it is. You hypocrites! You know how to interpret the appearance of the earth and the sky; why do you not know how to interpret the present time? (Lk 12:54-56)
Horoscopes, astrology, chinese fortune cookies, palm readers, flowers, flipping coins; these are some of the things that many people in our world turn to for answers in their lives. Now obviously not every one goes to these things, some others go to more credible sources, such as therapy, wise family and friends, or other healthcare professionals. We sometimes become too comfortable going to these worldly means of finding answers that we often overlook the best source for answers in our life, and that is God.
In today's gospel Jesus challenges that people by telling them that they are great at predicting the weather and other earthly things, but are blind to what is happening now. They are not even realizing that God is right there in their midst, and they have no clue that the kingdom of God is at hand. They are so wrapped up in their own comfort zone, that they are not even seeing what is happening. God calls each of us to step out of our comfort zone, to not just look at the world for answers, but to look to Him for the answers. We must realize that He is always there watching over us, looking out for us, ready to help when we ask for it. But how can we turn to Him when we are distracted by the world? How can we turn to Him when we are so used to going somewhere else for answers.
God has all the answers that we need in our life, but we must first recognize that He is there and turn to Him if we are ever to find the answers we seek. Lord, let they will be done!
Father above, we thank you and praise you for the gift of this day. Lord, you alone know what is best for us, and you alone know what we need, help us to let go of our own will and give in to your perfect will. We ask this all through Christ our Lord. Amen.
First Reading: Romans 7:18-25
Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 119
Gospel: Luke 12:54-59
Jesus said to the crowds, “When you see a cloud rising in the west you say immediately that it is going to rain–and so it does; and when you notice that the wind is blowing from the south you say that it is going to be hot–and so it is. You hypocrites! You know how to interpret the appearance of the earth and the sky; why do you not know how to interpret the present time? (Lk 12:54-56)
Horoscopes, astrology, chinese fortune cookies, palm readers, flowers, flipping coins; these are some of the things that many people in our world turn to for answers in their lives. Now obviously not every one goes to these things, some others go to more credible sources, such as therapy, wise family and friends, or other healthcare professionals. We sometimes become too comfortable going to these worldly means of finding answers that we often overlook the best source for answers in our life, and that is God.
In today's gospel Jesus challenges that people by telling them that they are great at predicting the weather and other earthly things, but are blind to what is happening now. They are not even realizing that God is right there in their midst, and they have no clue that the kingdom of God is at hand. They are so wrapped up in their own comfort zone, that they are not even seeing what is happening. God calls each of us to step out of our comfort zone, to not just look at the world for answers, but to look to Him for the answers. We must realize that He is always there watching over us, looking out for us, ready to help when we ask for it. But how can we turn to Him when we are distracted by the world? How can we turn to Him when we are so used to going somewhere else for answers.
God has all the answers that we need in our life, but we must first recognize that He is there and turn to Him if we are ever to find the answers we seek. Lord, let they will be done!
Father above, we thank you and praise you for the gift of this day. Lord, you alone know what is best for us, and you alone know what we need, help us to let go of our own will and give in to your perfect will. We ask this all through Christ our Lord. Amen.
10.22.2009
Choices
Readings for Thursday October 22, 2009
First Reading: Romans 6:19-23
Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 1
Gospel: Luke 12:49-53
Do you think that I have come to establish peace on the earth? No, I tell you, but rather division. From now on a household of five will be divided, three against two and two against three; a father will be divided against his son and a son against his father, a mother against her daughter and a daughter against her mother, a mother-in-law against her daughter-in-law and a daughter-in-law against her mother-in-law.” (Lk 12:51-53)
Today you will make many choices (kind of sounds like a fortune cookie, huh?). What to wear, what to have for lunch, what to work on for the day, etc. Every day we are bombarded with choices to make, some big, some small. But of all the choices that we make in this life, none are more important than the one to follow Jesus Christ. This choice determines our future, where we will spend eternal life. This is not an easy choice to make either, because it requires a lot of sacrifice and surrender. It requires dying to your old ways, so that Christ can raise you up to the life you are called to. It will require many divisions in your life, it will even put you at odds with some of the people closest to you. This choice is one that we all must choose, and while choosing Christ may not be the easiest choice, it is certainly the one with the greatest reward.
Today, let us remember and reflect on the words of Saint Paul: "But now that you have been freed from sin and have become slaves of God, the benefit that you have leads to sanctification, and its end is eternal life. For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord." (Rom 6:22-23)
Father above, we thank you and praise you for the gift of this day. Lord, we thank you for your great love and mercy, give us the strength and will to choose you every minute of every day. Lord, form our hearts to you, so that we can go out and be the good faithful servants that we are meant to be. We pray for all marriages and families out there. We ask this all through Christ our Lord. Amen.
First Reading: Romans 6:19-23
Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 1
Gospel: Luke 12:49-53
Do you think that I have come to establish peace on the earth? No, I tell you, but rather division. From now on a household of five will be divided, three against two and two against three; a father will be divided against his son and a son against his father, a mother against her daughter and a daughter against her mother, a mother-in-law against her daughter-in-law and a daughter-in-law against her mother-in-law.” (Lk 12:51-53)
Today you will make many choices (kind of sounds like a fortune cookie, huh?). What to wear, what to have for lunch, what to work on for the day, etc. Every day we are bombarded with choices to make, some big, some small. But of all the choices that we make in this life, none are more important than the one to follow Jesus Christ. This choice determines our future, where we will spend eternal life. This is not an easy choice to make either, because it requires a lot of sacrifice and surrender. It requires dying to your old ways, so that Christ can raise you up to the life you are called to. It will require many divisions in your life, it will even put you at odds with some of the people closest to you. This choice is one that we all must choose, and while choosing Christ may not be the easiest choice, it is certainly the one with the greatest reward.
Today, let us remember and reflect on the words of Saint Paul: "But now that you have been freed from sin and have become slaves of God, the benefit that you have leads to sanctification, and its end is eternal life. For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord." (Rom 6:22-23)
Father above, we thank you and praise you for the gift of this day. Lord, we thank you for your great love and mercy, give us the strength and will to choose you every minute of every day. Lord, form our hearts to you, so that we can go out and be the good faithful servants that we are meant to be. We pray for all marriages and families out there. We ask this all through Christ our Lord. Amen.
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