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Wednesday, June 12, 2013
2 Corinthians 3:4-11, Psalm 99:5-9, Matthew 5:17-19
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CONFIDENTIAL
"This great confidence in God is ours, through Christ." -2 Corinthians 3:4
The Corinthian church, which Paul had founded, questioned Paul's qualifications for ministry (see 2 Cor 2:16, 3:6). Yet Paul had "great" (2 Cor 3:4), "full" (2 Cor 3:12; 5:8), and continuous confidence (see 2 Cor 5:6). He did not maintain he had confidence in his own abilities, but "in God" (2 Cor 3:4). He received this confidence "through Christ" (2 Cor 3:4).
"In Christ and through faith in Him we can speak freely to God, drawing near Him with confidence" (Eph 3:12). Paul's confidence in God through Christ was so complete that he endured labors, imprisonments, beatings, "frequent brushes with death," and other unmentioned sufferings (2 Cor 11:23ff). Paul had such confidence that he even gave up his life for Jesus and was martyred.
Like all fathers, our heavenly Father wants His children to have confidence in His love and be secure, knowing we can trust Him. Confidence not only benefits us personally, but also pleases our Father. Therefore, we should pray for great confidence. This prayer will be answered by a deeper relationship with Jesus and a greater openness to the confirming power of the Holy Spirit.
Prayer: Father, give me such great confidence in You, that everyone I meet will be challenged to trust You more deeply.
Promise: "Of this much I assure you: until heaven and earth pass away, not the smallest letter of the law, not the smallest part of a letter, shall be done away with until it all comes true." -Mt 5:18
Praise: Like a child, Sondra takes all her fears, anxieties, disappointments, and failures to her heavenly Father.
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Tuesday, June 11, 2013
CONSTRUCTION PROJECT - One Bread, One Body, 6/11/2013
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Tuesday, June 11, 2013, St. Barnabas
Acts 11:21-26; 13:1-3, Psalm 98:1-6, Matthew 10:7-13
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CONSTRUCTION PROJECT
"On his arrival he rejoiced to see the evidence of God's favor. He encouraged them all to remain firm in their commitment to the Lord." -Acts 11:23
We have all received "constructive criticism" at some point in our lives. This is valuable when the recipient has an open heart and doesn't react defensively. Yet what is more powerful, criticism or encouragement? The Word of God exhorts us to "encourage one another daily while it is still 'today,' so that no one grows hardened by the deceit of sin" (Heb 3:13).
Who should we look to as our model of encouragement? "There was a certain Levite from Cyprus named Joseph, to whom the apostles gave the name Barnabas (meaning 'son of encouragement')" (Acts 4:36). St. Barnabas clearly understood the importance of encouragement. God places gifted disciples such as Barnabas "in roles of service for the faithful to build up the body of Christ" (Eph 4:12).
How do we spend our time on earth? St. Barnabas doesn't have a monopoly on sharing an encouraging word. Think back to brothers and sisters in Christ who have "encouraged and pleaded with you to make your lives worthy of the God Who calls you to His kingship and glory" (1 Thes 2:12). Where would most of us be without encouragers in our lives?
"The gift you have received, give as a gift" (Mt 10:8).
Prayer: Father, teach me "what to say and how to speak" (Jn 12:49).
Promise: "As you go, make this announcement: 'The reign of God is at hand!' " __Mt 10:7
Praise: St. Barnabas "spoke out fearlessly" (Acts 13:46; 14:3) in spreading the gospel on the first Christian mission. He acted "in complete reliance on the Lord" (Acts 14:3).
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Acts 11:21-26; 13:1-3, Psalm 98:1-6, Matthew 10:7-13
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CONSTRUCTION PROJECT
"On his arrival he rejoiced to see the evidence of God's favor. He encouraged them all to remain firm in their commitment to the Lord." -Acts 11:23
We have all received "constructive criticism" at some point in our lives. This is valuable when the recipient has an open heart and doesn't react defensively. Yet what is more powerful, criticism or encouragement? The Word of God exhorts us to "encourage one another daily while it is still 'today,' so that no one grows hardened by the deceit of sin" (Heb 3:13).
Who should we look to as our model of encouragement? "There was a certain Levite from Cyprus named Joseph, to whom the apostles gave the name Barnabas (meaning 'son of encouragement')" (Acts 4:36). St. Barnabas clearly understood the importance of encouragement. God places gifted disciples such as Barnabas "in roles of service for the faithful to build up the body of Christ" (Eph 4:12).
How do we spend our time on earth? St. Barnabas doesn't have a monopoly on sharing an encouraging word. Think back to brothers and sisters in Christ who have "encouraged and pleaded with you to make your lives worthy of the God Who calls you to His kingship and glory" (1 Thes 2:12). Where would most of us be without encouragers in our lives?
"The gift you have received, give as a gift" (Mt 10:8).
Prayer: Father, teach me "what to say and how to speak" (Jn 12:49).
Promise: "As you go, make this announcement: 'The reign of God is at hand!' " __Mt 10:7
Praise: St. Barnabas "spoke out fearlessly" (Acts 13:46; 14:3) in spreading the gospel on the first Christian mission. He acted "in complete reliance on the Lord" (Acts 14:3).
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Monday, June 10, 2013
BLESS US, O LORD? - One Bread, One Body, 6/10/2013
Monday, June 10, 2013
2 Corinthians 1:1-7, Psalm 34:2-9, Matthew 5:1-12
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BLESS US, O LORD?
"He began to teach them." -Matthew 5:2
In Matthew's Gospel, today's reading of the Beatitudes is the first time Jesus teaches His disciples and us. Jesus, the great Teacher, knows a strong first impression and solid introduction are critical. So Jesus' initial teaching is something very important. His first teaching is about how to be blessed.
The word "blessed" that Jesus speaks in the Beatitudes can also be translated "happy" (see Mt 5:3-11). In the Beatitudes, Jesus guarantees happiness and blessedness. In today's culture, many books that promise happiness are big sellers. With such a large market for happiness, you'd think that Bibles would be flying off the shelves of bookstores, that Bible study groups on the Beatitudes would be standing room only, and parishes would have hundreds enrolled in RCIA programs each year.
This isn't the case. The logical explanation is that most people don't believe Jesus when He tells us how to be blessed and happy. It's as if people read the Beatitudes and think, "If being meek, sorrowing, and persecuted is how I have to live to be happy, then I'd rather not be 'blessed.' "
In what do we put more faith: the message of the secular culture or the message of Jesus? The prophet Elijah was persecuted by the government for his prophetic message and forced into hiding for years. Yet he was blessed, for God miraculously fed him each day (1 Kgs 17:6).
Don't live a half-life (see 1 Jn 3:14), settling "for what fails to satisfy" (Is 55:2). Have faith in Jesus (Jn 14:1). Live the Beatitudes.
Prayer: Jesus, may I never take Your place and try to manufacture my own blessings. Grace me to live daily the Beatitudes.
Promise: "Just as you share in the sufferings, so you will share in the consolation." -2 Cor 1:7
Praise: Living in complete poverty gave Brother Jack a peace he'd never known before.
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2 Corinthians 1:1-7, Psalm 34:2-9, Matthew 5:1-12
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BLESS US, O LORD?
"He began to teach them." -Matthew 5:2
In Matthew's Gospel, today's reading of the Beatitudes is the first time Jesus teaches His disciples and us. Jesus, the great Teacher, knows a strong first impression and solid introduction are critical. So Jesus' initial teaching is something very important. His first teaching is about how to be blessed.
The word "blessed" that Jesus speaks in the Beatitudes can also be translated "happy" (see Mt 5:3-11). In the Beatitudes, Jesus guarantees happiness and blessedness. In today's culture, many books that promise happiness are big sellers. With such a large market for happiness, you'd think that Bibles would be flying off the shelves of bookstores, that Bible study groups on the Beatitudes would be standing room only, and parishes would have hundreds enrolled in RCIA programs each year.
This isn't the case. The logical explanation is that most people don't believe Jesus when He tells us how to be blessed and happy. It's as if people read the Beatitudes and think, "If being meek, sorrowing, and persecuted is how I have to live to be happy, then I'd rather not be 'blessed.' "
In what do we put more faith: the message of the secular culture or the message of Jesus? The prophet Elijah was persecuted by the government for his prophetic message and forced into hiding for years. Yet he was blessed, for God miraculously fed him each day (1 Kgs 17:6).
Don't live a half-life (see 1 Jn 3:14), settling "for what fails to satisfy" (Is 55:2). Have faith in Jesus (Jn 14:1). Live the Beatitudes.
Prayer: Jesus, may I never take Your place and try to manufacture my own blessings. Grace me to live daily the Beatitudes.
Promise: "Just as you share in the sufferings, so you will share in the consolation." -2 Cor 1:7
Praise: Living in complete poverty gave Brother Jack a peace he'd never known before.
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Sunday, June 9, 2013
PM eNewsletter Tenth Sunday in Ordinary time
June 9th, Tenth Sunday in Ordinary time
Jesus, as we see the beauty of the world around us, open our eyes to see the beauty of
the Eucharist.
Let us see in the consecrated Host, Your true self.
Let us truly realize that this gift of Your continued love, is really, and truly,
present in the consecrated bread and wine.
Let us come to adoration, and if our church doesn't have adoration, let us ask that we
be able to come, and sit before the tabernacle, and worship and glorify You.
Let us sit in prayerful silence at Your true presence.
Let us offer our lives as vessels to bring peace in our homes, and in the world around us.
Let us be totally Yours in all of our thoughts, words, and actions.
Let us be seen as disciples of Christ, at home and in the work place.
Amen and Amen.
Thanks to You, Lord, for loving us totally.
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This weeks readings and reflections
Sunday FUNERAL HOME FAITH
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"The Lord heard the prayer of Elijah; the life breath returned to the child's body and he
revived." -1 Kings 17:22
Jesus interrupted a funeral procession, touched the litter, and said: " 'Young man, I bid you get
up.' The dead man sat up" (Lk 7:14-15). He also raised Lazarus from the dead (Jn 11:43ff).
Moreover, He promised we would do greater by far than He (Jn 14:12), and commanded us to "raise
the dead" (Mt 10:8). Peter likewise raised the dead (Acts 9:40). Even Elijah and Elisha in the
old covenant could raise the dead (1 Kgs 17:22; 2 Kgs 4:32ff; 13:21).
Modern Christians try to explain away the obvious Biblical teaching that followers of Jesus are
to raise the dead. Although not everything in the Bible is intended to be taken literally, we have
no indication in the Biblical text that references to raising the dead should be taken any other
way. Those who have tried to raise the dead after discerning this to be the will of God have found
that Jesus keeps His promises to give us power to fulfill His commands. However, most Christians
have not had the faith to give it a try.
His "grace is sufficient," even to raise the dead. Trust Him.
Prayer: Father, may I not change the Bible to fit my limitations but change my life to fit the
Bible's expectations.
Promise: "The gospel I proclaimed to you is no mere human invention. I did not receive it from any
man, nor was I schooled in it. It came by revelation from Jesus Christ." -Gal 1:11-12
Praise: Praise Jesus, Whose grace is sufficient to help us carry the crosses of our lives! "Sing
praise to the Lord, you His faithful ones, and give thanks to His holy name" (Ps 30:5).
Monday BLESS US, O LORD?
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"He began to teach them." -Matthew 5:2
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Let us pray for the conversion of poor sinners.
(Ken, Texas, 6/8/2013 6:18:25 PM)
Heavenly father thank you for the wonderfull blessings,please guide us by your Holy spirirt
as we go along with our work.Lord touch our heart and mind to teach our pupils give us a
healthy body and koeledge we ask this thrue Christ our Lord.Amen.
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O Lord my God, the God of signs and wonders, in your Immense Love and Abbys of Mercy have
mercy on the Soul of Omorodion, His life, and business. In his misery and wretchedness only
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Pray that I will get supper today at work.
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Fear is useless. LORD please look kindly on the petitions posted and all the requests said
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I trust. For special intention. Thank you
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THE HOLY SPIRIT
"GOD'S SURPRISES"
Let us ask ourselves today: Are we open to "God's surprises"? Or are we closed and fearful
before the newness of the Holy Spirit? Do we have the courage to strike out along the new
paths which God's newness sets before us, or do we resist, barricaded in transient
structures which have lost their capacity for openness to what is new? We would do well to
ask ourselves these questions all through the day.
"THE SPIRIT OF UNITY"
... The Holy Spirit would appear to create disorder in the Church, since He brings the
diversity of charisms and gifts; yet all this, by His working, is a great source of wealth,
for the Holy Spirit is the Spirit of unity, which does not mean uniformity, but which leads
everything back to harmony.
NOT A CONFLICT
... If we let ourselves be guided by the Spirit, richness, variety and diversity never become
a source of conflict, because He impels us to experience variety within the communion of the
Church. Journeying together in the Church, under the guidance of her pastors who possess a
special charism and ministry, is a sign of the working of the Holy Spirit.
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Jesus, as we see the beauty of the world around us, open our eyes to see the beauty of
the Eucharist.
Let us see in the consecrated Host, Your true self.
Let us truly realize that this gift of Your continued love, is really, and truly,
present in the consecrated bread and wine.
Let us come to adoration, and if our church doesn't have adoration, let us ask that we
be able to come, and sit before the tabernacle, and worship and glorify You.
Let us sit in prayerful silence at Your true presence.
Let us offer our lives as vessels to bring peace in our homes, and in the world around us.
Let us be totally Yours in all of our thoughts, words, and actions.
Let us be seen as disciples of Christ, at home and in the work place.
Amen and Amen.
Thanks to You, Lord, for loving us totally.
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This weeks readings and reflections
Sunday FUNERAL HOME FAITH
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"The Lord heard the prayer of Elijah; the life breath returned to the child's body and he
revived." -1 Kings 17:22
Jesus interrupted a funeral procession, touched the litter, and said: " 'Young man, I bid you get
up.' The dead man sat up" (Lk 7:14-15). He also raised Lazarus from the dead (Jn 11:43ff).
Moreover, He promised we would do greater by far than He (Jn 14:12), and commanded us to "raise
the dead" (Mt 10:8). Peter likewise raised the dead (Acts 9:40). Even Elijah and Elisha in the
old covenant could raise the dead (1 Kgs 17:22; 2 Kgs 4:32ff; 13:21).
Modern Christians try to explain away the obvious Biblical teaching that followers of Jesus are
to raise the dead. Although not everything in the Bible is intended to be taken literally, we have
no indication in the Biblical text that references to raising the dead should be taken any other
way. Those who have tried to raise the dead after discerning this to be the will of God have found
that Jesus keeps His promises to give us power to fulfill His commands. However, most Christians
have not had the faith to give it a try.
His "grace is sufficient," even to raise the dead. Trust Him.
Prayer: Father, may I not change the Bible to fit my limitations but change my life to fit the
Bible's expectations.
Promise: "The gospel I proclaimed to you is no mere human invention. I did not receive it from any
man, nor was I schooled in it. It came by revelation from Jesus Christ." -Gal 1:11-12
Praise: Praise Jesus, Whose grace is sufficient to help us carry the crosses of our lives! "Sing
praise to the Lord, you His faithful ones, and give thanks to His holy name" (Ps 30:5).
Monday BLESS US, O LORD?
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Jesus promised to be with us always even to the end of the world (Mt 28:20). At the
Last Supper, He said: "This is My body," "This is My blood" (Mk 14:22, 24), and "Do
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Let us pray for the conversion of poor sinners.
(Ken, Texas, 6/8/2013 6:18:25 PM)
Heavenly father thank you for the wonderfull blessings,please guide us by your Holy spirirt
as we go along with our work.Lord touch our heart and mind to teach our pupils give us a
healthy body and koeledge we ask this thrue Christ our Lord.Amen.
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Thank you Jesus for all my prayers you have been answering. Please Lord, grant the request
and petitions and all who seek your mercy in this prayer room that the world may know that
you answer prayers. Amen.
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O Lord my God, the God of signs and wonders, in your Immense Love and Abbys of Mercy have
mercy on the Soul of Omorodion, His life, and business. In his misery and wretchedness only
your Love and Mercy can rescue His soul. Lord Jesus rescue His life and Soul in my expense.
You always answer my prayers, Jesus do not forget to grant this. Rule His Soul until He get
gets to Heaven. Amen.
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Please for a safe travel home from Wyoming to south Texas
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Thank you Father for the blessings you granted to the contract sale of my home. Thank you
for giving answers. Please keep me and my doggie safe in the relocation. Father, please
place your protection on Laura. She needs the angels to surround her now. Healing for all. Amen
(susan, fort collins, co, United States, 6/8/2013 2:41:48 PM)
Pray that I will get supper today at work.
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Fear is useless. LORD please look kindly on the petitions posted and all the requests said
silently in our hearts. LORD please forgive this sinner. Guide me to make a difference. Teach
me to pray correctly to make a difference. Allow me to be a Christian presence today. In JESUS
I trust. For special intention. Thank you
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The internet ministry for PM is highlighting our downloadable tapes online. The Gospels of
Matthew, Mark, Luke and John are featured as are The Acts of the Apostles Part 1 thru 4, 1
Corinthians Part 1 & 2, and Romans Parts 1-3, thru Revelation. Also available, many MP3 formatted
Audio tapes of most epistles in the bible and numerous 15 minute Bible studies by Fr. Al Lauer.
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The Bible Telephone Line (BTL) has been in operation for 19 years. Begun by Fr. Al
in 1991, it now continues with three teachers trained by him and by Presentation
Ministries. In cities where local numbers have been established, the BTL provides
callers with a short teaching on the readings for the daily Mass. It is available 24
hours a day and 7 days a week. Callers may also leave a short prayer request which
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Pope Francis, Shepherd of Truth
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Notable quotations from Pope Francis and official
teachings of the Roman Catholic Church
THE HOLY SPIRIT
"GOD'S SURPRISES"
Let us ask ourselves today: Are we open to "God's surprises"? Or are we closed and fearful
before the newness of the Holy Spirit? Do we have the courage to strike out along the new
paths which God's newness sets before us, or do we resist, barricaded in transient
structures which have lost their capacity for openness to what is new? We would do well to
ask ourselves these questions all through the day.
"THE SPIRIT OF UNITY"
... The Holy Spirit would appear to create disorder in the Church, since He brings the
diversity of charisms and gifts; yet all this, by His working, is a great source of wealth,
for the Holy Spirit is the Spirit of unity, which does not mean uniformity, but which leads
everything back to harmony.
NOT A CONFLICT
... If we let ourselves be guided by the Spirit, richness, variety and diversity never become
a source of conflict, because He impels us to experience variety within the communion of the
Church. Journeying together in the Church, under the guidance of her pastors who possess a
special charism and ministry, is a sign of the working of the Holy Spirit.
(Source: Homily, Mass with ecclesial movements, Pentecost Sunday, 5/19/2013)
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FUNERAL HOME FAITH - One Bread, One Body, 6/9/2013
Sunday, June 9, 2013, 10th Sunday Ordinary Time
1 Kings 17:17-24, Galatians 1:11-19, Psalm 30:2, 4-6, 11-13, Luke 7:11-17
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FUNERAL HOME FAITH
"The Lord heard the prayer of Elijah; the life breath returned to the child's body and he revived." -1 Kings 17:22
Jesus interrupted a funeral procession, touched the litter, and said: " 'Young man, I bid you get up.' The dead man sat up" (Lk 7:14-15). He also raised Lazarus from the dead (Jn 11:43ff). Moreover, He promised we would do greater by far than He (Jn 14:12), and commanded us to "raise the dead" (Mt 10:8). Peter likewise raised the dead (Acts 9:40). Even Elijah and Elisha in the old covenant could raise the dead (1 Kgs 17:22; 2 Kgs 4:32ff; 13:21).
Modern Christians try to explain away the obvious Biblical teaching that followers of Jesus are to raise the dead. Although not everything in the Bible is intended to be taken literally, we have no indication in the Biblical text that references to raising the dead should be taken any other way. Those who have tried to raise the dead after discerning this to be the will of God have found that Jesus keeps His promises to give us power to fulfill His commands. However, most Christians have not had the faith to give it a try.
His "grace is sufficient," even to raise the dead. Trust Him.
Prayer: Father, may I not change the Bible to fit my limitations but change my life to fit the Bible's expectations.
Promise: "The gospel I proclaimed to you is no mere human invention. I did not receive it from any man, nor was I schooled in it. It came by revelation from Jesus Christ." -Gal 1:11-12
Praise: Praise Jesus, Whose grace is sufficient to help us carry the crosses of our lives! "Sing praise to the Lord, you His faithful ones, and give thanks to His holy name" (Ps 30:5).
(For a related teaching, order our tape I Believe in Miracles" on audio AV 63-3 or video V-63.)
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1 Kings 17:17-24, Galatians 1:11-19, Psalm 30:2, 4-6, 11-13, Luke 7:11-17
Link to Readings --> http://www.usccb.org/bible/readings/060913.cfm
FUNERAL HOME FAITH
"The Lord heard the prayer of Elijah; the life breath returned to the child's body and he revived." -1 Kings 17:22
Jesus interrupted a funeral procession, touched the litter, and said: " 'Young man, I bid you get up.' The dead man sat up" (Lk 7:14-15). He also raised Lazarus from the dead (Jn 11:43ff). Moreover, He promised we would do greater by far than He (Jn 14:12), and commanded us to "raise the dead" (Mt 10:8). Peter likewise raised the dead (Acts 9:40). Even Elijah and Elisha in the old covenant could raise the dead (1 Kgs 17:22; 2 Kgs 4:32ff; 13:21).
Modern Christians try to explain away the obvious Biblical teaching that followers of Jesus are to raise the dead. Although not everything in the Bible is intended to be taken literally, we have no indication in the Biblical text that references to raising the dead should be taken any other way. Those who have tried to raise the dead after discerning this to be the will of God have found that Jesus keeps His promises to give us power to fulfill His commands. However, most Christians have not had the faith to give it a try.
His "grace is sufficient," even to raise the dead. Trust Him.
Prayer: Father, may I not change the Bible to fit my limitations but change my life to fit the Bible's expectations.
Promise: "The gospel I proclaimed to you is no mere human invention. I did not receive it from any man, nor was I schooled in it. It came by revelation from Jesus Christ." -Gal 1:11-12
Praise: Praise Jesus, Whose grace is sufficient to help us carry the crosses of our lives! "Sing praise to the Lord, you His faithful ones, and give thanks to His holy name" (Ps 30:5).
(For a related teaching, order our tape I Believe in Miracles" on audio AV 63-3 or video V-63.)
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Saturday, June 8, 2013
ALMS-LIVING - One Bread, One Body, 6/8/2013
Saturday, June 8, 2013, Immaculate Heart of Mary
Tobit 12:1, 5-15, 20, Tobit 13:2, 6-8, Mark 12:38-44, or Luke 2:41-51
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ALMS-LIVING
"They gave from their surplus wealth, but she gave from her want, all that she had to live on." -Mark 12:44
When we give alms from our surplus wealth, we are obeying the Lord and pleasing Him. "Prayer and fasting are good, but better than either is almsgiving" (Tb 12:8). "Those who regularly give alms shall enjoy a full life" (Tb 12:9).
Alms-giving can become alms-living, that is, we can give not from our surplus wealth but from all that we have "to live on" (Mk 12:44). In alms-living, we give "our very lives" (1 Thes 2:8). We give our souls (see Is 58:10 in the Hebrew, Douay-Rheims, and KJV).
When we give ourselves and not just something from ourselves, our giving enters a new dimension. When we become the gift, the gift becomes a sacrifice. Even a little sacrifice is worth more than gifts of sizable amounts (see Mk 12:41-43). Sacrifices have greater power than gifts. They can be used by the Lord to save "one from death and" expiate "every sin" (Tb 12:9).
God desires and deserves much more than gifts. He desires sacrifices. He even sacrificed His Son on the cross. Give sacrificially. Sacrifice your life to the Lord. "I beg you through the mercy of God to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice holy and acceptable to God" (Rm 12:1).
Prayer: Father, make my life a sacrifice of praise (Ps 50:23).
Promise: "Turn back, you sinners! Do the right before Him: perhaps He may look with favor upon you and show you mercy." -Tb 13:6
Praise: Fred expressed his devotion to Jesus through Mary by joining the Knights of the Immaculata and committing to regular intercession and eucharistic adoration.
(For a related teaching, order our tape on Immaculate Heart of Mary" on audio AV 19-1 or video V-19.)
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Tobit 12:1, 5-15, 20, Tobit 13:2, 6-8, Mark 12:38-44, or Luke 2:41-51
Link to Readings --> http://www.usccb.org/bible/readings/060813.cfm
ALMS-LIVING
"They gave from their surplus wealth, but she gave from her want, all that she had to live on." -Mark 12:44
When we give alms from our surplus wealth, we are obeying the Lord and pleasing Him. "Prayer and fasting are good, but better than either is almsgiving" (Tb 12:8). "Those who regularly give alms shall enjoy a full life" (Tb 12:9).
Alms-giving can become alms-living, that is, we can give not from our surplus wealth but from all that we have "to live on" (Mk 12:44). In alms-living, we give "our very lives" (1 Thes 2:8). We give our souls (see Is 58:10 in the Hebrew, Douay-Rheims, and KJV).
When we give ourselves and not just something from ourselves, our giving enters a new dimension. When we become the gift, the gift becomes a sacrifice. Even a little sacrifice is worth more than gifts of sizable amounts (see Mk 12:41-43). Sacrifices have greater power than gifts. They can be used by the Lord to save "one from death and" expiate "every sin" (Tb 12:9).
God desires and deserves much more than gifts. He desires sacrifices. He even sacrificed His Son on the cross. Give sacrificially. Sacrifice your life to the Lord. "I beg you through the mercy of God to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice holy and acceptable to God" (Rm 12:1).
Prayer: Father, make my life a sacrifice of praise (Ps 50:23).
Promise: "Turn back, you sinners! Do the right before Him: perhaps He may look with favor upon you and show you mercy." -Tb 13:6
Praise: Fred expressed his devotion to Jesus through Mary by joining the Knights of the Immaculata and committing to regular intercession and eucharistic adoration.
(For a related teaching, order our tape on Immaculate Heart of Mary" on audio AV 19-1 or video V-19.)
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Friday, June 7, 2013
A HEART FOR HEART-BREAKERS - One Bread, One Body, 6/7/2013
Friday, June 7, 2013, Sacred Heart of Jesus
Ezekiel 34:11-16, Romans 5:5-11, Psalm 23:1-6, Luke 15:3-7
Link to Readings --> http://www.usccb.org/bible/readings/060713.cfm
A HEART FOR HEART-BREAKERS
"The love of God has been poured out in our hearts through the Holy Spirit Who has been given to us." -Romans 5:5
On this feast of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, the Lord wants to pour out His love in our hearts. He wants to give us such love that we will lay down our lives (see 1 Jn 3:16) even for those who have sinned against us and are continuing to hurt us by sin (see Rm 5:8). This love is clearly supernatural, crucified, mysterious, and divine.
Think of the person you have the most difficulty loving. Usually this person is a family member, perhaps even a spouse. Think of the person whom you immediately tend to judge. Think of the person who represents to you the things most wrong with this world. On this solemn feast day, the Sacred Heart of Jesus wants to do a miracle of love in your life. He is gracing you to love your worst enemy (see Mt 5:44). In this way you become like Jesus, Who died for us who crucified Him through our sins.
"Jesus, gentle and humble of heart, make my heart like Yours" (see Mt 11:29). Jesus, Whose heart was wounded, bleeding, thorn-crowned, and forgiving, make my heart like Yours.
Prayer: Sacred Heart of Jesus, I place my trust in Your crucified love.
Promise: "I Myself will pasture My sheep; I Myself will give them rest, says the Lord God. The lost I will seek out, the strayed I will bring back, the injured I will bind up, the sick I will heal." -Ez 34:15-16
Praise: All praise, honor, and glory be to the Sacred Heart of Jesus!
(For a related teaching, order our tape Sacred Heart" on audio AV 19-1 or video V-19.)
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Ezekiel 34:11-16, Romans 5:5-11, Psalm 23:1-6, Luke 15:3-7
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A HEART FOR HEART-BREAKERS
"The love of God has been poured out in our hearts through the Holy Spirit Who has been given to us." -Romans 5:5
On this feast of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, the Lord wants to pour out His love in our hearts. He wants to give us such love that we will lay down our lives (see 1 Jn 3:16) even for those who have sinned against us and are continuing to hurt us by sin (see Rm 5:8). This love is clearly supernatural, crucified, mysterious, and divine.
Think of the person you have the most difficulty loving. Usually this person is a family member, perhaps even a spouse. Think of the person whom you immediately tend to judge. Think of the person who represents to you the things most wrong with this world. On this solemn feast day, the Sacred Heart of Jesus wants to do a miracle of love in your life. He is gracing you to love your worst enemy (see Mt 5:44). In this way you become like Jesus, Who died for us who crucified Him through our sins.
"Jesus, gentle and humble of heart, make my heart like Yours" (see Mt 11:29). Jesus, Whose heart was wounded, bleeding, thorn-crowned, and forgiving, make my heart like Yours.
Prayer: Sacred Heart of Jesus, I place my trust in Your crucified love.
Promise: "I Myself will pasture My sheep; I Myself will give them rest, says the Lord God. The lost I will seek out, the strayed I will bring back, the injured I will bind up, the sick I will heal." -Ez 34:15-16
Praise: All praise, honor, and glory be to the Sacred Heart of Jesus!
(For a related teaching, order our tape Sacred Heart" on audio AV 19-1 or video V-19.)
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Rescript: In accord with the "Code of Canon Law", I hereby grant my permission to publish "One Bread, One Body" covering the period from June 1, 2013 through July 31, 2013
?Most Reverend Joseph R. Binzer, Auxiliary Bishop, Vicar General of the Archdiocese of Cincinnati, January 18, 2013
The rescript is a declaration that a book or pamphlet is considered to be free of doctrinal or moral error. It is not implied that those who have granted ecclesial permission agree with the contents, opinions, or statements expressed.
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