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Tuesday, December 6, 2016, St. Nicholas
Isaiah 40:1-11, Psalm 96:1-3, 10-13, Matthew 18:12-14
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THE POWER OF ONE
"Here comes with power the Lord God…like a shepherd." -Isaiah 40:10, 11
The Lord God comes with power and rules with His strong arm (Is 40:10). The Lord God also comes like a humble, gentle shepherd, and His strong arm gently gathers us, His lambs, with tender care (Is 40:11). How does this seeming paradox work?
God's purpose in coming to earth and exercising His power is to gather all people together as one and keep us united as His body (see Jn 11:52; 17:21; 10:16; Eph 4:3-5). This is a task that demands the utmost in power and gentle love.
Have you ever tried to keep a religious group together? Have you ever tried to unite your family and keep them united? If so, you have a glimpse of the power and sacrificial love that is necessary for unity. The secular culture, which prizes independence so highly, is a tremendous obstacle to unity. The busyness of life, diversity of interests and priorities, and human foibles and sinfulness work to prevent unity rather than build it. A powerful servant-leader is necessary in order to gather people together and keep them united.
Leading God's people to unity requires the power of a Lion and the gentle vulnerability of a Lamb (see Rv 5:5-6). It takes a Suffering Servant-Leader Who lays down His life for His sheep (Mt 18:12ff; Jn 10:15). Jesus unites His people one heart at a time. This Advent, give your heart and your life to Jesus, the Good Shepherd. Let Him give you His heart for unity.
Prayer: Father, with Jesus, I pray that all may be one, as You and Jesus are one (Jn 17:21).
Promise: "The word of our God stands forever." -Is 40:8
Praise: Praise: The humble gifts of St. Nicholas set the tone for the true spirit of Advent - a gentle preparation for the baby Jesus.
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Monday, December 5, 2016
Isaiah 35:1-10, Psalm 85:9-14, Luke 5:17-26
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WANTED: STRETCHER-BEARERS AND ROOFERS
"They were trying to bring him in and lay him before Jesus; but they found no way of getting him through because of the crowd, so they went up on the roof." -Luke 5:18-19
Many people, even Christians, have been so brainwashed, manipulated, and overwhelmed by the consumeristic hype of Christmas that they can't see the Christ of Christmas because of the crowd of obstructions. Nevertheless, some of these people have not been so enslaved that they are helpless. These people, like Zacchaeus, can climb a tree, see Jesus, and hope for His mercy (see Lk 19:3-4). Others are so trapped that they need special help to see Jesus. Like the paralytic, they need four good friends who have enough love and faith to carry them to Jesus and even to disassemble the roof if necessary (see Lk 5:19).
Ask the Lord whom He wants you to carry to Christmas. Pray for these people daily, repeatedly, for days. After having talked to God about these people, talk to these people about God. Ask the Lord to give you the prophetic words that will remove the roof standing between them and Jesus. After all this prayer and prophecy, lower them to Jesus. Jesus will announce to them: "My friend, your sins are forgiven you" (Lk 5:20). By God's grace and by your faith, those you've been carrying may repent, receive forgiveness, and give their lives to Jesus. Then we will have a real Christmas - new life and the birth of Jesus in our lives.
Prayer: Father, allow me to carry others under my heart until Christ is formed in them.
Promise: "A highway will be there, called the holy way." -Is 35:8
Praise: In persevering faith, Mary prayed for her son Chris for years. He encountered the Lord Jesus, repented, and returned to the Church.
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WANTED: STRETCHER-BEARERS AND ROOFERS
"They were trying to bring him in and lay him before Jesus; but they found no way of getting him through because of the crowd, so they went up on the roof." -Luke 5:18-19
Many people, even Christians, have been so brainwashed, manipulated, and overwhelmed by the consumeristic hype of Christmas that they can't see the Christ of Christmas because of the crowd of obstructions. Nevertheless, some of these people have not been so enslaved that they are helpless. These people, like Zacchaeus, can climb a tree, see Jesus, and hope for His mercy (see Lk 19:3-4). Others are so trapped that they need special help to see Jesus. Like the paralytic, they need four good friends who have enough love and faith to carry them to Jesus and even to disassemble the roof if necessary (see Lk 5:19).
Ask the Lord whom He wants you to carry to Christmas. Pray for these people daily, repeatedly, for days. After having talked to God about these people, talk to these people about God. Ask the Lord to give you the prophetic words that will remove the roof standing between them and Jesus. After all this prayer and prophecy, lower them to Jesus. Jesus will announce to them: "My friend, your sins are forgiven you" (Lk 5:20). By God's grace and by your faith, those you've been carrying may repent, receive forgiveness, and give their lives to Jesus. Then we will have a real Christmas - new life and the birth of Jesus in our lives.
Prayer: Father, allow me to carry others under my heart until Christ is formed in them.
Promise: "A highway will be there, called the holy way." -Is 35:8
Praise: In persevering faith, Mary prayed for her son Chris for years. He encountered the Lord Jesus, repented, and returned to the Church.
(For a related teaching on I Believe in Miracles", order, listen to, or download our CD 63-3 or DVD 63 on our website or order our tape on audio AV 63-3 or video V 63.)
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Sunday, December 4, 2016
PM eNewsletter 2nd Sunday of Advent
December 4th, 2nd Sunday of Advent
This week, oh! Christ, we celebrate the beginning of our salvation history, with Mary our
mother, being conceived without sin in her mothers womb.
Let us celebrate our mother Mary who loves us with a love that can't be fully explained or
understood.
Let us give You thanks and praise for how You set up our salvation, so that You did it all,
and we get the benefit of eternal life.
Thank You Jesus, for loving us and giving us so great a witness of Your never ending love,
Mary, our intercessor with You to the Father.
Amen and Amen.
Thank You Lord, for loving us totally.
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This weeks readings and reflections
Sunday THE ADVENT OF THE HOLY SPIRIT
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"The Spirit of the Lord shall rest upon Him." -Isaiah 11:2
Imagine a world without violence, injustice, tragedy, "harm or ruin" (Is 11:9). Imagine a
world where everyone knows the Lord deeply and lives and loves accordingly (see Is 11:9).
This is the kind of world that the Holy Spirit is re-creating at this very moment (Ps 104:30).
Get out of the "culture of death" (Pope St. John Paul II). Be a part of the "new civilization
of love" (Blessed Pope Paul VI). Renew your Baptism and Confirmation. Be immersed in the Holy
Spirit and fire (Mt 3:11). May the Spirit of the Lord rest upon you: "a Spirit of wisdom and
of understanding, a Spirit of counsel and of strength, a Spirit of knowledge and of fear of
the Lord" (Is 11:2).
Therefore, receive the Holy Spirit as never before. Receive a new and greatest Pentecost.
Receive the only true Christmas Spirit: the Holy Spirit. This Advent, go into the upper room
and remain there until you are immersed in the Holy Spirit and in fire (see Acts 1:13). Come,
Holy Spirit!
Prayer: "May God, the Source of all patience and encouragement, enable you to live in perfect
harmony with one another according to the Spirit of Christ Jesus, so that with one heart and
voice you may glorify God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ" (Rm 15:5-6).
Promise: "Justice shall flower in His days, and profound peace." -Ps 72:7
Praise: Alleluia! Praise the risen Jesus, Who baptizes us in the Holy Spirit!
Monday WANTED: STRETCHER-BEARERS AND ROOFERS
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him through because of the crowd, so they went up on the roof." -Luke 5:18-19
Tuesday THE POWER OF ONE
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"He who seeks only himself brings himself to ruin, whereas he who brings
himself to nought for Me discovers who he is." -Matthew 10:39
We must know who we are before we .....................................
· Mother Mary
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MARY-WHO IS SHE IN GOD'S PLAN?
"When the designated time had come, God sent forth His Son born of a woman." -Galatians 4:4
Catholics and the Orthodox maintain ...................................
· Conversion Conversations
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· The Secret of Confession
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· An Isaiah Advent
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December 4 Isaiah 13-17
December 5 Isaiah 18-21
December 6 Isaiah 22-23
December 7 Isaiah 24-25
December 8 Isaiah 26-27
December 9 Isaiah 28-29
December 10 Isaiah 30-33
· Leading Your Loved Ones to Christ
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PM Internet Prayer Requests
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Father I thank you that you have brough T and J back home safe, thank you that T is home with
the family so they can look after him and support him mentally, physically and spiritually. Pour
out your spirit of wisdom, understanding, discernment. Let your precious blood wash away any
trace of infection in his system to cleanse him of any allergy that is causing a reaction. Give
them all a good night;s restful sleep to wake up refreshed in body, mind and spirit. Be with N
on her study tour keep her safe blessed and protected. St. Andrew, St. Teresa of Kolkata, St.
Padre Pio and all the angels and saints and family souls please intercede for them. Amen
(Ana, , 12/3/2016 12:59:37 PM)
Lord I thank you that you have taken upon yourself my sickness and my pain when you died upon the
cross. You took upon yourself the sins of all the world so we may be well and happy and do your
will. Lord, I believe that by your stripes I am healed and I claim this healing through the power
of your precious blood which you shed for me. Thank you Jesus, Praise you Jesus, glory and honor
to you Lord. Spirit of the living God you who are living in me, melt, mould, touch, fill and heal
every nerve and artery that needs your healing touch. Amen and Amen
(Cini, , 12/3/2016 12:55:22 PM)
Father, we ask that You go before EB and surround her with Your Love and Angels. Protect her from
any breakdown, flat tires, bad traffic, bad weather, any delays, or evil and bring her home
safely. Thank You God, Amen.
(Carol, Arizona, , 12/3/2016 12:00:40 PM)
Jesus breaches the wall of our sins to call us back to His tender love. Ask the Spirit of God to
give you the grace to return to the Way of Jesus's love and mercy.
(Anonymous, , 12/3/2016 10:53:20 AM)
I am going through a hard time. I long for an end to some of the chaos. I need clarity to make
decisions that will allow me to move forward. I want my home to be my respite of beauty, peace,
and love for Christ. Family issues with my mom and sister are extremely hurtful and I don't see a
solution without divine intervention. I put these longings of my heart at the foot of the cross.
Please Blessed Mother Mary, with great devotion I ask you to pray for me and all the requests on
this site.
(Mary, United States, 12/3/2016 9:34:38 AM)
Thank you Lord for another day.Lord i thank you for your healing hands on my fingers, Father I
can feel your spirit bless me and my family members in the name of Jesus Christ Amen
(Naa, , 12/3/2016 6:00:30 AM)
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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 well as covering the entire New Testament thru Revelation.
Also available, many MP3 formatted Audio tapes of most epistles in the bible and numerous 15
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Take a moment and check the link below
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Introduction to Small Christian Community
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The Bible Telephone Line (BTL) has been in operation for 24 years. Begun by Fr. Al in 1991, it now
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Presentation Ministries. 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
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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
THANKFULNESS AND GRATITUDE
ASK YOURSELF
... We can ask ourselves: Are we capable of saying "Thank you"? How many times do we say
"Thank you" in our family, our community, and in the Church? How many times do we say
"Thank you" to those who help us, to those close to us, to those who accompany us through
life?
TAKING GOD FOR GRANTED
Often we take everything for granted! This also happens with God. It is easy to approach
the Lord to ask for something, but to return and give thanks... This is why Jesus so
emphasizes the failure of the nine ungrateful lepers: "Were not ten made clean? But the
other nine, where are they? Was no one found to return and give praise to give praise to
God except this foreigner?" (Lk 17:17-18).
MARY, OUR MODEL
... We are given a model, indeed the model, to whom we can look: Mary, our Mother. After
hearing the message of the Angel, she lifted up her heart in a song of praise and
thanksgiving to God.
(Source: Homily, Marian Jubilee, October 9, 2016)
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This week, oh! Christ, we celebrate the beginning of our salvation history, with Mary our
mother, being conceived without sin in her mothers womb.
Let us celebrate our mother Mary who loves us with a love that can't be fully explained or
understood.
Let us give You thanks and praise for how You set up our salvation, so that You did it all,
and we get the benefit of eternal life.
Thank You Jesus, for loving us and giving us so great a witness of Your never ending love,
Mary, our intercessor with You to the Father.
Amen and Amen.
Thank You Lord, for loving us totally.
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One Bread, One Body
This weeks readings and reflections
Sunday THE ADVENT OF THE HOLY SPIRIT
http://presentationministries.com/obob/obob.asp?lang=en&d=12/4/2016
"The Spirit of the Lord shall rest upon Him." -Isaiah 11:2
Imagine a world without violence, injustice, tragedy, "harm or ruin" (Is 11:9). Imagine a
world where everyone knows the Lord deeply and lives and loves accordingly (see Is 11:9).
This is the kind of world that the Holy Spirit is re-creating at this very moment (Ps 104:30).
Get out of the "culture of death" (Pope St. John Paul II). Be a part of the "new civilization
of love" (Blessed Pope Paul VI). Renew your Baptism and Confirmation. Be immersed in the Holy
Spirit and fire (Mt 3:11). May the Spirit of the Lord rest upon you: "a Spirit of wisdom and
of understanding, a Spirit of counsel and of strength, a Spirit of knowledge and of fear of
the Lord" (Is 11:2).
Therefore, receive the Holy Spirit as never before. Receive a new and greatest Pentecost.
Receive the only true Christmas Spirit: the Holy Spirit. This Advent, go into the upper room
and remain there until you are immersed in the Holy Spirit and in fire (see Acts 1:13). Come,
Holy Spirit!
Prayer: "May God, the Source of all patience and encouragement, enable you to live in perfect
harmony with one another according to the Spirit of Christ Jesus, so that with one heart and
voice you may glorify God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ" (Rm 15:5-6).
Promise: "Justice shall flower in His days, and profound peace." -Ps 72:7
Praise: Alleluia! Praise the risen Jesus, Who baptizes us in the Holy Spirit!
Monday WANTED: STRETCHER-BEARERS AND ROOFERS
http://presentationministries.com/obob/obob.asp?lang=en&d=12/5/2016
"They were trying to bring him in and lay him before Jesus; but they found no way of getting
him through because of the crowd, so they went up on the roof." -Luke 5:18-19
Tuesday THE POWER OF ONE
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"Here comes with power the Lord God.like a shepherd." -Isaiah 40:10, 11
For more readings and inspiration from Presentation Ministries, check us out at
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· Who Am I in Christ?
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"He who seeks only himself brings himself to ruin, whereas he who brings
himself to nought for Me discovers who he is." -Matthew 10:39
We must know who we are before we .....................................
· Mother Mary
http://www.presentationministries.com/publications/MotherMary.asp
MARY-WHO IS SHE IN GOD'S PLAN?
"When the designated time had come, God sent forth His Son born of a woman." -Galatians 4:4
Catholics and the Orthodox maintain ...................................
· Conversion Conversations
http://presentationministries.com/publications/ConversionConv.asp
· The Secret of Confession
http://presentationministries.com/publications/SecretConfession.asp
· An Isaiah Advent
http://presentationministries.com/publications/AnIsaiahAdvent.asp
December 4 Isaiah 13-17
December 5 Isaiah 18-21
December 6 Isaiah 22-23
December 7 Isaiah 24-25
December 8 Isaiah 26-27
December 9 Isaiah 28-29
December 10 Isaiah 30-33
· Leading Your Loved Ones to Christ
http://presentationministries.com/publications/LeadLoved.asp
· Thankful to be Catholic
http://presentationministries.com/publications/ThankfulCath.asp
· The Secret of Fasting
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Brochures by Topic
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PM Internet Prayer Requests
http://www.presentationministries.com/prayer/prayer.asp
Father I thank you that you have brough T and J back home safe, thank you that T is home with
the family so they can look after him and support him mentally, physically and spiritually. Pour
out your spirit of wisdom, understanding, discernment. Let your precious blood wash away any
trace of infection in his system to cleanse him of any allergy that is causing a reaction. Give
them all a good night;s restful sleep to wake up refreshed in body, mind and spirit. Be with N
on her study tour keep her safe blessed and protected. St. Andrew, St. Teresa of Kolkata, St.
Padre Pio and all the angels and saints and family souls please intercede for them. Amen
(Ana, , 12/3/2016 12:59:37 PM)
Lord I thank you that you have taken upon yourself my sickness and my pain when you died upon the
cross. You took upon yourself the sins of all the world so we may be well and happy and do your
will. Lord, I believe that by your stripes I am healed and I claim this healing through the power
of your precious blood which you shed for me. Thank you Jesus, Praise you Jesus, glory and honor
to you Lord. Spirit of the living God you who are living in me, melt, mould, touch, fill and heal
every nerve and artery that needs your healing touch. Amen and Amen
(Cini, , 12/3/2016 12:55:22 PM)
Father, we ask that You go before EB and surround her with Your Love and Angels. Protect her from
any breakdown, flat tires, bad traffic, bad weather, any delays, or evil and bring her home
safely. Thank You God, Amen.
(Carol, Arizona, , 12/3/2016 12:00:40 PM)
Jesus breaches the wall of our sins to call us back to His tender love. Ask the Spirit of God to
give you the grace to return to the Way of Jesus's love and mercy.
(Anonymous, , 12/3/2016 10:53:20 AM)
I am going through a hard time. I long for an end to some of the chaos. I need clarity to make
decisions that will allow me to move forward. I want my home to be my respite of beauty, peace,
and love for Christ. Family issues with my mom and sister are extremely hurtful and I don't see a
solution without divine intervention. I put these longings of my heart at the foot of the cross.
Please Blessed Mother Mary, with great devotion I ask you to pray for me and all the requests on
this site.
(Mary, United States, 12/3/2016 9:34:38 AM)
Thank you Lord for another day.Lord i thank you for your healing hands on my fingers, Father I
can feel your spirit bless me and my family members in the name of Jesus Christ Amen
(Naa, , 12/3/2016 6:00:30 AM)
Please follow link to additional prayer intentions.
http://www.presentationministries.com/prayer/prayer.asp
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MP3 4 You
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THANKFULNESS AND GRATITUDE
ASK YOURSELF
... We can ask ourselves: Are we capable of saying "Thank you"? How many times do we say
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TAKING GOD FOR GRANTED
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other nine, where are they? Was no one found to return and give praise to give praise to
God except this foreigner?" (Lk 17:17-18).
MARY, OUR MODEL
... We are given a model, indeed the model, to whom we can look: Mary, our Mother. After
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THE ADVENT OF THE HOLY SPIRIT - One Bread, One Body, 12/4/2016
Sunday, December 4, 2016, Second Sunday of Advent
Isaiah 11:1-10, Romans 15:4-9, Psalm 72:1-2, 7-8, 12-13, 17, Matthew 3:1-12
Link to Readings --> http://www.usccb.org/bible/readings/120416.cfm
THE ADVENT OF THE HOLY SPIRIT
"The Spirit of the Lord shall rest upon Him." -Isaiah 11:2
Imagine a world without violence, injustice, tragedy, "harm or ruin" (Is 11:9). Imagine a world where everyone knows the Lord deeply and lives and loves accordingly (see Is 11:9). This is the kind of world that the Holy Spirit is re-creating at this very moment (Ps 104:30).
Get out of the "culture of death" (Pope St. John Paul II). Be a part of the "new civilization of love" (Blessed Pope Paul VI). Renew your Baptism and Confirmation. Be immersed in the Holy Spirit and fire (Mt 3:11). May the Spirit of the Lord rest upon you: "a Spirit of wisdom and of understanding, a Spirit of counsel and of strength, a Spirit of knowledge and of fear of the Lord" (Is 11:2).
Therefore, receive the Holy Spirit as never before. Receive a new and greatest Pentecost. Receive the only true Christmas Spirit: the Holy Spirit. This Advent, go into the upper room and remain there until you are immersed in the Holy Spirit and in fire (see Acts 1:13). Come, Holy Spirit!
Prayer: "May God, the Source of all patience and encouragement, enable you to live in perfect harmony with one another according to the Spirit of Christ Jesus, so that with one heart and voice you may glorify God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ" (Rm 15:5-6).
Promise: "Justice shall flower in His days, and profound peace." -Ps 72:7
Praise: Alleluia! Praise the risen Jesus, Who baptizes us in the Holy Spirit!
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Isaiah 11:1-10, Romans 15:4-9, Psalm 72:1-2, 7-8, 12-13, 17, Matthew 3:1-12
Link to Readings --> http://www.usccb.org/bible/readings/120416.cfm
THE ADVENT OF THE HOLY SPIRIT
"The Spirit of the Lord shall rest upon Him." -Isaiah 11:2
Imagine a world without violence, injustice, tragedy, "harm or ruin" (Is 11:9). Imagine a world where everyone knows the Lord deeply and lives and loves accordingly (see Is 11:9). This is the kind of world that the Holy Spirit is re-creating at this very moment (Ps 104:30).
Get out of the "culture of death" (Pope St. John Paul II). Be a part of the "new civilization of love" (Blessed Pope Paul VI). Renew your Baptism and Confirmation. Be immersed in the Holy Spirit and fire (Mt 3:11). May the Spirit of the Lord rest upon you: "a Spirit of wisdom and of understanding, a Spirit of counsel and of strength, a Spirit of knowledge and of fear of the Lord" (Is 11:2).
Therefore, receive the Holy Spirit as never before. Receive a new and greatest Pentecost. Receive the only true Christmas Spirit: the Holy Spirit. This Advent, go into the upper room and remain there until you are immersed in the Holy Spirit and in fire (see Acts 1:13). Come, Holy Spirit!
Prayer: "May God, the Source of all patience and encouragement, enable you to live in perfect harmony with one another according to the Spirit of Christ Jesus, so that with one heart and voice you may glorify God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ" (Rm 15:5-6).
Promise: "Justice shall flower in His days, and profound peace." -Ps 72:7
Praise: Alleluia! Praise the risen Jesus, Who baptizes us in the Holy Spirit!
(For a related teaching on Seek the Gifts of the Spirit", order, view or download our leaflet or order, listen to, or download our CD 3A-1 or DVD 3A on our website or order our tape on audio AV 3A-1 or video V 3A.)
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Saturday, December 3, 2016
GIFT LISTS - One Bread, One Body, 12/3/2016
Saturday, December 3, 2016, St. Francis Xavier
Isaiah 30:19-21, 23-26, Psalm 147:1-6, Matthew 9:35-10:1, 5-8
Link to Readings --> http://www.usccb.org/bible/readings/120316.cfm
GIFT LISTS
"The gift you have received, give as a gift." -Matthew 10:8
One of the most famous (or infamous) Christmas songs is "All I Want for Christmas is My Two Front Teeth." Sadly, if that's all you want, that may be all you'll get. I don't know about you, but I want a lot more than some teeth:
* I want the sick cured, the dead raised, the leprous healed, and demons expelled (Mt 10:8).
* I want workers for the harvest (Mt 9:38) and the kingdom of God on earth as it is in heaven (Mt 6:10).
* I want a deep, totally committed relationship with Jesus, not only for me but also for every member of my family, my friends, and all of you.
* I want the baptism in the Spirit, the "streams of running water" (Is 30:25), for every believer in the world.
* I want world evangelism, repentance, conversion, sanctification, and healing.
* I want an end to war, starvation, abortion, racism, and injustice.
* I want Jesus' Second Coming, the end of the world, and "new heavens and a new earth" (Rv 21:1).
* I want to see Jesus face to face (1 Cor 13:12).
That's what I want for Christmas. And my heavenly Father says: "Is that all?"
Prayer: Father, I'm sorry for asking and expecting too little of You this Christmas. During this Advent, may I come to believe in the depth, width, breadth, and height of Your love (Eph 3:18-19).
Promise: "He will give rain for the seed that you sow in the ground, and the wheat that the soil produces will be rich and abundant." -Is 30:23
Praise: St. Francis Xavier was shot, was threatened by wild animals and suffered loneliness and isolation. Yet he persevered in his mission and brought the good news of Jesus to hundreds of thousands of people in the Far East.
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Isaiah 30:19-21, 23-26, Psalm 147:1-6, Matthew 9:35-10:1, 5-8
Link to Readings --> http://www.usccb.org/bible/readings/120316.cfm
GIFT LISTS
"The gift you have received, give as a gift." -Matthew 10:8
One of the most famous (or infamous) Christmas songs is "All I Want for Christmas is My Two Front Teeth." Sadly, if that's all you want, that may be all you'll get. I don't know about you, but I want a lot more than some teeth:
* I want the sick cured, the dead raised, the leprous healed, and demons expelled (Mt 10:8).
* I want workers for the harvest (Mt 9:38) and the kingdom of God on earth as it is in heaven (Mt 6:10).
* I want a deep, totally committed relationship with Jesus, not only for me but also for every member of my family, my friends, and all of you.
* I want the baptism in the Spirit, the "streams of running water" (Is 30:25), for every believer in the world.
* I want world evangelism, repentance, conversion, sanctification, and healing.
* I want an end to war, starvation, abortion, racism, and injustice.
* I want Jesus' Second Coming, the end of the world, and "new heavens and a new earth" (Rv 21:1).
* I want to see Jesus face to face (1 Cor 13:12).
That's what I want for Christmas. And my heavenly Father says: "Is that all?"
Prayer: Father, I'm sorry for asking and expecting too little of You this Christmas. During this Advent, may I come to believe in the depth, width, breadth, and height of Your love (Eph 3:18-19).
Promise: "He will give rain for the seed that you sow in the ground, and the wheat that the soil produces will be rich and abundant." -Is 30:23
Praise: St. Francis Xavier was shot, was threatened by wild animals and suffered loneliness and isolation. Yet he persevered in his mission and brought the good news of Jesus to hundreds of thousands of people in the Far East.
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Friday, December 2, 2016
TRANSFORMATIONS - One Bread, One Body, 12/2/2016
Friday, December 2, 2016
Isaiah 29:17-24, Psalm 27:1, 4, 13-14, Matthew 9:27-31
Link to Readings --> http://www.usccb.org/bible/readings/120216.cfm
TRANSFORMATIONS
"Lebanon shall be changed into an orchard, and the orchard be regarded as a forest! On that day the deaf shall hear the words of a book; and out of gloom and darkness the eyes of the blind shall see." -Isaiah 29:17-18
The word from today's eucharistic readings is "transformations." Tyrants who oppress their subjects "will be no more" and the arrogant who torment their neighbors "will have gone" (Is 29:20; see also Rv 18:2; Is 37:36-38). The deaf hear. The blind see. Lebanon, a nation known for its great forests, "shall be changed into an orchard" (Is 29:17). Lebanon's flag contains a cedar tree, and its legendary forests are referred to over seventy times in the Old Testament (e.g. Ps 92:13; 104:16; 2 Chr 2:7, 15). Over time, many of its legendary forests were cut down. Now, apples, peaches, oranges, and lemons, grown in orchards, are among Lebanon's major agricultural products. Such a change would have been difficult to imagine in Isaiah's time.
Although the above reversals involved physical situations, Isaiah's words also apply to spiritual transformations. For example, Saul of Tarsus, the persecutor of Christians became its greatest evangelist, St. Paul (1 Tm 1:13-14). Are there people or sins in your life you can't imagine ever changing? Do you think your children, siblings, parents, neighbors, will never come to faith? Do you feel the Goliath of the culture of death can never be transformed into a civilization of life and love by the "Davids" who faithfully pray, fast, teach, and witness?
We believe in the "good news" of Jesus Christ (see Mk 1:1). God has the power to change anything, for "nothing is impossible with God" (Lk 1:37). On the cross, Jesus made the greatest transformation of all. He turned death into new life. Believe in the God of transformations. Believe the Advent Scriptures.
Prayer: Father, increase my faith (Lk 17:5).
Promise: "Because of your faith it shall be done to you." -Mt 9:29
Praise: Thomas repented and had his vasectomy reversed.
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Isaiah 29:17-24, Psalm 27:1, 4, 13-14, Matthew 9:27-31
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TRANSFORMATIONS
"Lebanon shall be changed into an orchard, and the orchard be regarded as a forest! On that day the deaf shall hear the words of a book; and out of gloom and darkness the eyes of the blind shall see." -Isaiah 29:17-18
The word from today's eucharistic readings is "transformations." Tyrants who oppress their subjects "will be no more" and the arrogant who torment their neighbors "will have gone" (Is 29:20; see also Rv 18:2; Is 37:36-38). The deaf hear. The blind see. Lebanon, a nation known for its great forests, "shall be changed into an orchard" (Is 29:17). Lebanon's flag contains a cedar tree, and its legendary forests are referred to over seventy times in the Old Testament (e.g. Ps 92:13; 104:16; 2 Chr 2:7, 15). Over time, many of its legendary forests were cut down. Now, apples, peaches, oranges, and lemons, grown in orchards, are among Lebanon's major agricultural products. Such a change would have been difficult to imagine in Isaiah's time.
Although the above reversals involved physical situations, Isaiah's words also apply to spiritual transformations. For example, Saul of Tarsus, the persecutor of Christians became its greatest evangelist, St. Paul (1 Tm 1:13-14). Are there people or sins in your life you can't imagine ever changing? Do you think your children, siblings, parents, neighbors, will never come to faith? Do you feel the Goliath of the culture of death can never be transformed into a civilization of life and love by the "Davids" who faithfully pray, fast, teach, and witness?
We believe in the "good news" of Jesus Christ (see Mk 1:1). God has the power to change anything, for "nothing is impossible with God" (Lk 1:37). On the cross, Jesus made the greatest transformation of all. He turned death into new life. Believe in the God of transformations. Believe the Advent Scriptures.
Prayer: Father, increase my faith (Lk 17:5).
Promise: "Because of your faith it shall be done to you." -Mt 9:29
Praise: Thomas repented and had his vasectomy reversed.
(This teaching was submitted by a member of our editorial team.)
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Thursday, December 1, 2016
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION - One Bread, One Body, 12/1/2016
Thursday, December 1, 2016
Isaiah 26:1-6, Psalm 118:1, 8-9, 19-21, 25-27, Matthew 7:21, 24-27
Link to Readings --> http://www.usccb.org/bible/readings/120116.cfm
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION
"It did not collapse; it had been solidly set on rock." -Matthew 7:25
Every Realtor knows that the future value of a house is based upon its present location. Likewise, Jesus teaches that the future of our lives is based upon our location.
We are to build our lives upon every word that comes from the mouth of Jesus (Mt 4:4). If we make Jesus' words our home (Jn 8:31, JB) and put His words into practice (Mt 7:24), we will build our lives upon the unshakable Rock of Ages (Is 26:4), Jesus. Because "permanence is" the "chief trait" of His Word, we know that a life built on His Word will last forever (Ps 119:160).
In addition to locating our lives upon God's Word, we must have deep roots in the Word (see Jas 1:21). In studying His Word thoroughly, we "may be likened to the man who, in building a house, dug deeply and laid the foundation on a rock. When the floods came the torrent rushed in on that house, but failed to shake it because of its solid foundation" (Lk 6:48).
Those who hear Jesus' words but fail to build their lives on His Word are located on shifting sands. The Advent Scriptures are full of warnings, and Jesus warns us that a life not built on His Word will collapse and be "completely ruined" (Mt 7:27).
Locate God's Word and devour it (Jer 15:16). Dig deeply into His Word this Advent. Read the book of Isaiah. Spend large chunks of time reading God's Word to prepare for the arrival of the Word made flesh (Jn 1:14) this Christmas.
Prayer: Father, may I tremble at Your Word (Is 66:2), study it daily (Acts 17:11), and obey it promptly (Jas 1:22).
Promise: "A nation of firm purpose You keep in peace; in peace, for its trust in You." -Is 26:3
Praise: Young Keith prays a rosary each night before going to bed.
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Isaiah 26:1-6, Psalm 118:1, 8-9, 19-21, 25-27, Matthew 7:21, 24-27
Link to Readings --> http://www.usccb.org/bible/readings/120116.cfm
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION
"It did not collapse; it had been solidly set on rock." -Matthew 7:25
Every Realtor knows that the future value of a house is based upon its present location. Likewise, Jesus teaches that the future of our lives is based upon our location.
We are to build our lives upon every word that comes from the mouth of Jesus (Mt 4:4). If we make Jesus' words our home (Jn 8:31, JB) and put His words into practice (Mt 7:24), we will build our lives upon the unshakable Rock of Ages (Is 26:4), Jesus. Because "permanence is" the "chief trait" of His Word, we know that a life built on His Word will last forever (Ps 119:160).
In addition to locating our lives upon God's Word, we must have deep roots in the Word (see Jas 1:21). In studying His Word thoroughly, we "may be likened to the man who, in building a house, dug deeply and laid the foundation on a rock. When the floods came the torrent rushed in on that house, but failed to shake it because of its solid foundation" (Lk 6:48).
Those who hear Jesus' words but fail to build their lives on His Word are located on shifting sands. The Advent Scriptures are full of warnings, and Jesus warns us that a life not built on His Word will collapse and be "completely ruined" (Mt 7:27).
Locate God's Word and devour it (Jer 15:16). Dig deeply into His Word this Advent. Read the book of Isaiah. Spend large chunks of time reading God's Word to prepare for the arrival of the Word made flesh (Jn 1:14) this Christmas.
Prayer: Father, may I tremble at Your Word (Is 66:2), study it daily (Acts 17:11), and obey it promptly (Jas 1:22).
Promise: "A nation of firm purpose You keep in peace; in peace, for its trust in You." -Is 26:3
Praise: Young Keith prays a rosary each night before going to bed.
(This teaching was submitted by a member of our editorial team.)
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