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Luke 10:41-42 The Lord said to her in reply, “Martha, Martha, you are anxious and worried about many things. There is need of only one thing. Mary has chosen the better part and it will not be taken from her.” … Continue reading →

Luke 10:29 He said to Jesus, “And who is my neighbor?” A scholar of the law told Jesus that he knew how to inherit eternal life: Love God and love his neighbor. We know much about what Jesus said…but do … Continue reading →

Baruch 1:21-22 For we did not heed the voice of the Lord, our God, in all the words of the prophets whom he sent us, but each of us went off after the devices of our own wicked hearts, served … Continue reading →

Psalm 138:1-2 I thank you, Lord, with all my heart. I praise your name for your fidelity and love. Sometimes I find myself dwelling on all the things I don’t have instead of being thankful for the things I do … Continue reading →

Luke 9:48 “For the one who is least among all of you is the one who is the greatest.” Our egos tell us to strive to be “number one”…to be praised and always “right.” Jesus’ followers were actually arguing over … Continue reading →

Luke 9:18-20 “Who do the crowds say that I am?” They said in reply, “John the Baptist; others, Elijah; still others, ‘One of the ancient prophets has arisen.’” Then Jesus said to them, “But who do you say that I … Continue reading →

Luke 9:9 “Who then is this about whom I hear such things? And he kept trying to see him.” Herod was a ruthless ruler who had John the Baptist put to death. When he heard of the miraculous things Jesus … Continue reading →

Ephesians 4:1-3 I, then, a prisoner for the Lord, urge you to live in a manner worthy of the call you have received, with all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another through love, striving to preserve the … Continue reading →

Luke 8:19-21 Then his mother and his brothers came to him but were unable to join him because of the crowd. Jesus was told, “Your mother and your brothers are standing outside and they wish to see you.” He said … Continue reading →

Psalm 126:5 Those who sow in tears will reap with cries of joy. There is no escaping struggles and suffering in this life. But if you keep the faith…cling to God alone and continue to channel God’s love in times … Continue reading →