Category Archives: Today’s Contemplation

Give Praise and Thanks

Ephesians 1:5-6 In love (God) destined us for adoption to himself through Jesus Christ, in accord with the favor of his will, for the praise of the glory of his grace that he granted us in the beloved. Many times … Continue reading

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Lens of Love

Galatians 5:19, 22-23 Now the works of the flesh are obvious. In contrast, the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, generosity, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control. Against such there is no law. As Jesus rails against the Pharisees … Continue reading

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Encourage Oneness

Luke 11:38-39 The Pharisee was amazed to see that (Jesus) did not observe the prescribed washing before the meal. The Lord said to him, “Oh you Pharisees! Although you cleanse the outside of the cup and the dish, inside you … Continue reading

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The True You

Galatians 5:1 For freedom Christ set us free; so stand firm and do not submit again to the yoke of slavery. So many people think that by following Jesus they will be restricted from doing a lot of fun things…that … Continue reading

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Grace Is Free

Galatians 3:10 All who depend on works of the law are under a curse. This sounds confusing. We are told to follow the rules…but then St. Paul tells us that if we depend on “works of the law” (in other … Continue reading

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Let Go

Luke 11:9, 11, 13 “Ask and you will receive; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. What father among you would hand his son a snake when he asks for a fish? If … Continue reading

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Listen To Your Heart

Luke 11:1-2 Jesus was praying in a certain place, and when he had finished, one of his disciples said to him, “Lord, teach us to pray just as John taught his disciples.” He said to them, “When you pray, say: … Continue reading

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Spread Compassion

Luke 10:36-37 [Jesus asked,] “Which of these three, in your opinion, was neighbor to the robbers’ victim?” He answered, “The one who treated him with mercy.” Jesus said to him, “Go and do likewise.” Today’s Gospel reading is about the … Continue reading

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Wonderfully Made

Psalm 139:13 You formed my inmost being; you knit me in my mother’s womb. I praise you, so wonderfully you made me; wonderful are your works! Do you believe that? You are wonderful in the eyes of God! Your intricate … Continue reading

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Love Is the Way

Psalm 27:8 “Come,” says my heart, “seek God’s face”; your face, Lord, do I seek! What are you seeking? Your heart is yearning for something. There is always a desire to fill the void…to satisfy what is not being satisfied … Continue reading

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