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Tuesday, December 20, 2016
Isaiah 7:10-14, Psalm 24:1-6, Luke 1:26-38
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"O COME, O COME IMMANUEL?"
"The virgin shall be with Child, and bear a Son, and shall name Him Immanuel." -Isaiah 7:14
One of the greatest prophecies in the history of the human race is Isaiah's prophecy of "Immanuel." This does not merely mean that God is present but that God is incarnate (see Mt 1:23). "The Word became flesh and made His dwelling among us" (Jn 1:14). God became a man. Immanuel is Jesus, Who is God incarnate, crucified, risen, glorified, and eucharistic. Immanuel is Jesus, a Sign as "deep as the nether world, or high as the sky!" (Is 7:11) Immanuel is Jesus, the Sign of contradiction for the downfall and rise of many (Lk 2:34, our transl).
Will you accept Immanuel? When Mary accepted Immanuel, her life dramatically changed. She put herself in danger of being divorced by Joseph (Mt 1:19) and of even being strangled or stoned to death as an adulteress. After Mary accepted Immanuel, she gave birth in a barn (Lk 2:7), had to suddenly flee to Egypt in the night (Mt 2:14), and eventually stood at the foot of the cross of her Son (Jn 19:25). Will you accept Immanuel and totally give your life to Him? "To His own He came, yet His own did not accept Him. Any who did accept Him He empowered to become children of God" (Jn 1:11-12).
Prayer: Father, I am Your slave. Let it be done to me according to Your word (Lk 1:38).
Promise: "The Holy Spirit will come upon you and the power of the Most High will overshadow you." -Lk 1:35
Praise: "O Key of David, O royal Power of Israel controlling at Your will the gate of heaven: come, break down the prison walls of death for those who dwell in darkness and the shadow of death; and lead Your captive people into freedom."
(For a related teaching on Accepting Jesus as Lord, Savior and God", order, view, or download our leaflet or order, listen to, or download our CD 43-1 or DVD 43 on our website or order our tape on audio AV 43-1 or video V 43.)
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Monday, December 19, 2016
SALVATION IS INCARNATE - One Bread, One Body, 12/19/2016
Monday, December 19, 2016
Judges 13:2-7, 24-25, Psalm 71:3-6, 16-17, Luke 1:5-25
Link to Readings --> http://www.usccb.org/bible/readings/121916.cfm
SALVATION IS INCARNATE
"Prepare for the Lord a people well-disposed." -Luke 1:17
In today's Scripture readings, God takes the initiative to break into human lives and begin to deliver His people. His deliverance occurs through the conception of children, in this case Samson and John the Baptizer (see Jgs 13:5ff; Lk 1:13ff). These babies prepare the way for the birth of another Baby, Jesus.
God does not drop salvation impersonally out of the sky. He sends His salvation in incarnate, human packages to which we can relate and whom we can love.
God sends His salvation over time. He sends humans as forerunners to prepare the way before Him (see Lk 1:16-17). These human relationships warm our hearts and predispose us to love Him when He comes into our lives.
God sends His salvation through human love, the love of mothers and fathers. Instead of sending adult military rulers who are to be feared, God employs the intimacy of married love to prepare His way.
In summary, God's salvation is human, passionate, takes time to unfold, is as vulnerable as a tiny baby, involves relationships which prepare His way, and is welcoming of life. That is to say, His salvation is incarnate and personal.
Salvation history is rich. Be open to all facets of salvation. Accept Jesus Christ as Savior in all His richness.
Prayer: Father, may I never cheapen Your gift of salvation by the way I present it to others. I embrace Your saving love and I will share it with thousands.
Promise: "In these days the Lord is acting on my behalf; He has seen fit to remove my reproach among men." -Lk 1:25
Praise: "O Flower of Jesse's stem, You have been raised up as a Sign for all peoples; kings stand silent in Your presence; the nations bow down in worship before You. Come, let nothing keep You from coming to our aid."
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?Most Reverend Joseph R. Binzer, Auxiliary Bishop, Vicar General of the Archdiocese of Cincinnati, August 10, 2016
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Judges 13:2-7, 24-25, Psalm 71:3-6, 16-17, Luke 1:5-25
Link to Readings --> http://www.usccb.org/bible/readings/121916.cfm
SALVATION IS INCARNATE
"Prepare for the Lord a people well-disposed." -Luke 1:17
In today's Scripture readings, God takes the initiative to break into human lives and begin to deliver His people. His deliverance occurs through the conception of children, in this case Samson and John the Baptizer (see Jgs 13:5ff; Lk 1:13ff). These babies prepare the way for the birth of another Baby, Jesus.
God does not drop salvation impersonally out of the sky. He sends His salvation in incarnate, human packages to which we can relate and whom we can love.
God sends His salvation over time. He sends humans as forerunners to prepare the way before Him (see Lk 1:16-17). These human relationships warm our hearts and predispose us to love Him when He comes into our lives.
God sends His salvation through human love, the love of mothers and fathers. Instead of sending adult military rulers who are to be feared, God employs the intimacy of married love to prepare His way.
In summary, God's salvation is human, passionate, takes time to unfold, is as vulnerable as a tiny baby, involves relationships which prepare His way, and is welcoming of life. That is to say, His salvation is incarnate and personal.
Salvation history is rich. Be open to all facets of salvation. Accept Jesus Christ as Savior in all His richness.
Prayer: Father, may I never cheapen Your gift of salvation by the way I present it to others. I embrace Your saving love and I will share it with thousands.
Promise: "In these days the Lord is acting on my behalf; He has seen fit to remove my reproach among men." -Lk 1:25
Praise: "O Flower of Jesse's stem, You have been raised up as a Sign for all peoples; kings stand silent in Your presence; the nations bow down in worship before You. Come, let nothing keep You from coming to our aid."
(This teaching was submitted by a member of our editorial team.)
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?Most Reverend Joseph R. Binzer, Auxiliary Bishop, Vicar General of the Archdiocese of Cincinnati, August 10, 2016
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Sunday, December 18, 2016
PM eNewsletter 4th Sunday of Advent
December 18th, 4th Sunday of Advent
Jesus, next Sunday is Christmas, and we should have made the decision on what You want from us,
maybe it's our impatience, or anxiety, or fear.
Whatever is holding us back from truly being free to know, love, and serve You with our whole
heart, soul and mind.
Give us the grace to pray and get Your gift ready to be delivered to You on Christmas morning.
Thank You Jesus, for becoming one of us.
Amen and Amen.
Thank You Lord, for loving us totally.
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This weeks readings and reflections
Sunday CHRISTMAS BY FAITH, NOT BY SIGHT (2 Cor 5:7)
http://presentationministries.com/obob/obob.asp?lang=en&d=12/18/2016
"When Joseph awoke he did as the angel of the Lord had directed him." -Matthew 1:24
Joseph believed that Mary was pregnant not because of sexual relations, but by the Holy Spirit
(Mt 1:20). He believed this because of God's grace given him in a dream about an angel bearing
the message of the virgin-conception (Mt 1:20). Many people would consider Joseph one of the
biggest fools ever, but we recognize him as one of the greatest men of faith in history.
To not divorce himself from the first Christmas (see Mt 1:19), Joseph needed great faith - a
faith that would move much more than mountains (see Mt 17:20). The Lord gave him this
super-faith. Like Joseph, to receive Christ this Christmas season, we will also need the gift
of faith. Possibly, we will require great faith. We need the Advent gift of faith before we
can receive the gift of Jesus' Christmas coming.
Ask the Lord for a greater gift of faith (Lk 17:5). In these next few days, read, pray, and
study the teachings of the Church and the Bible. This will help you hear God and grow in faith
(Rm 10:17). The Lord wants your faith in Him to become stronger and deeper than ever. Let Him
gift you with great and greater faith.
Prayer: Father, "I believe! Help my lack of faith!" (Mk 9:24, our transl.)
Promise: "Ask for a sign from the Lord, your God; let it be deep as the nether world, or high
as the sky!" -Is 7:11
Praise: "O sacred Lord of ancient Israel, Who showed Yourself to Moses in the burning bush, Who
gave him the holy law on Sinai mountain: come, stretch out Your mighty hand to set us free."
Monday SALVATION IS INCARNATE
http://presentationministries.com/obob/obob.asp?lang=en&d=12/19/2016
"Prepare for the Lord a people well-disposed." -Luke 1:17
Tuesday "O COME, O COME IMMANUEL?"
http://presentationministries.com/obob/obob.asp?lang=en&d=12/20/2016
"The virgin shall be with Child, and bear a Son, and shall name Him Immanuel." -Isaiah 7:14
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"He who seeks only himself brings himself to ruin, whereas he who brings
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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 18 Isaiah 54-55
December 19 Isaiah 56-57
December 20 Isaiah 58-60
December 21 Isaiah 61-64
December 22 Isaiah 65-66
· Leading Your Loved Ones to Christ
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PM Internet Prayer Requests
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THANKS FOR YOUR HELP please pray jesus for me to be luckier in life and to give me more success
also pray god for my friends named oksana nastia and ioulia in kiev nastia is sick and poor and
her mother oksana is a widow sometimes she is very tense and agressive may God free her from all
evil and also jesus help nastia To remain in good health and be a good christian young woman and
succeed in her studies also ioulia christian grand-mother,poor this family needs prayers and
help from God also nastia must undergo surgery for teeth,please ask god to make sure she will be
ok and does not suffer
(ludovic s., France, 12/17/2016 11:11:11 AM)
While Jesus has many doctors working for Him, Jesus continues to be the Lead Physician of the
soul.
(Anonymous, , 12/17/2016 10:22:17 AM)
There are tears of Joy, tears of Sorrow, tears of Conversion, and tears of Love. Each tear is
priceless to God.
(Anonymous, , 12/17/2016 9:53:56 AM)
Thank you Lord for another day.Lord I pray for my husband and I, Lord please help us as the year
is ending,to start preparing ourselves for the coming of you son Jesus Christ ,help us to be
closer to you the coming year,in Jesus name we pray Amen
(Naa, , 12/17/2016 6:15:01 AM)
Lord Jesus please it's my prayer that you forgive us (Vicent A. and Jane A.) our sins
and unite us. Lord please make this man know that I love him and cause him to come back to me.
Please open marriage doors for us . I really love him, father Lord please grant me my heart
desire.Amen
(Jane, Kumasi, Ashanti, Ghana, 12/17/2016 3:24:09 AM)
Please pray for a little boy named Dakota, they had to flight for life him tonight because he
wont stop having seizures. Thank you to all who pray.
(Sandra, Walsenburg, Colorado, United States, 12/17/2016 12:59:27 AM)
Please follow link to additional prayer intentions.
http://www.presentationministries.com/prayer/prayer.asp
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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
minute Bible studies by Fr. Al Lauer.
Take a moment and check the link below
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We believe the Lord is calling us to build hundreds of more communities by raising up leaders who will
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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
WELCOME CHILDREN, MIGRANTS
"I FEEL COMPELLED"
... I feel compelled to draw attention to the reality of child migrants, especially the ones
who are alone. .. I ask everyone to take care of the young ... I ask everyone to help those
who ... are forced to live far.
SALVATION HISTORY
... We need to become aware that the phenomenon of migration is not unrelated to salvation
history, but rather a part of that history. One of God's commandments is connected to it:
"You shall not wrong a stranger or oppress him, for you were strangers in the land of Egypt"
(Ex 22:21); "Love the sojourner therefore; for you were sojourners in the land of Egypt"
(Deut 10:19).
SIGN OF THE TIMES
This phenomenon constitutes a sign of the times, a sign which speaks of the providential work
of God in history and in the human community, with a view to universal communion. While
appreciating the issues, and often the suffering and tragedy of migration, as too the
difficulties connected with the demands of offering a dignified welcome to these persons, the
Church nevertheless encourages us to recognize God's plan.
(Source: Message for the 103rd World Day of Migrants and Refugees 2017, September 8, 2016)
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Jesus, next Sunday is Christmas, and we should have made the decision on what You want from us,
maybe it's our impatience, or anxiety, or fear.
Whatever is holding us back from truly being free to know, love, and serve You with our whole
heart, soul and mind.
Give us the grace to pray and get Your gift ready to be delivered to You on Christmas morning.
Thank You Jesus, for becoming one of us.
Amen and Amen.
Thank You Lord, for loving us totally.
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One Bread, One Body
This weeks readings and reflections
Sunday CHRISTMAS BY FAITH, NOT BY SIGHT (2 Cor 5:7)
http://presentationministries.com/obob/obob.asp?lang=en&d=12/18/2016
"When Joseph awoke he did as the angel of the Lord had directed him." -Matthew 1:24
Joseph believed that Mary was pregnant not because of sexual relations, but by the Holy Spirit
(Mt 1:20). He believed this because of God's grace given him in a dream about an angel bearing
the message of the virgin-conception (Mt 1:20). Many people would consider Joseph one of the
biggest fools ever, but we recognize him as one of the greatest men of faith in history.
To not divorce himself from the first Christmas (see Mt 1:19), Joseph needed great faith - a
faith that would move much more than mountains (see Mt 17:20). The Lord gave him this
super-faith. Like Joseph, to receive Christ this Christmas season, we will also need the gift
of faith. Possibly, we will require great faith. We need the Advent gift of faith before we
can receive the gift of Jesus' Christmas coming.
Ask the Lord for a greater gift of faith (Lk 17:5). In these next few days, read, pray, and
study the teachings of the Church and the Bible. This will help you hear God and grow in faith
(Rm 10:17). The Lord wants your faith in Him to become stronger and deeper than ever. Let Him
gift you with great and greater faith.
Prayer: Father, "I believe! Help my lack of faith!" (Mk 9:24, our transl.)
Promise: "Ask for a sign from the Lord, your God; let it be deep as the nether world, or high
as the sky!" -Is 7:11
Praise: "O sacred Lord of ancient Israel, Who showed Yourself to Moses in the burning bush, Who
gave him the holy law on Sinai mountain: come, stretch out Your mighty hand to set us free."
Monday SALVATION IS INCARNATE
http://presentationministries.com/obob/obob.asp?lang=en&d=12/19/2016
"Prepare for the Lord a people well-disposed." -Luke 1:17
Tuesday "O COME, O COME IMMANUEL?"
http://presentationministries.com/obob/obob.asp?lang=en&d=12/20/2016
"The virgin shall be with Child, and bear a Son, and shall name Him Immanuel." -Isaiah 7:14
For more readings and inspiration from Presentation Ministries, check us out at
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This Week's Featured Brochures
· Who Am I in Christ?
http://presentationministries.com/publications/WhoAmIInChrist.asp
"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 18 Isaiah 54-55
December 19 Isaiah 56-57
December 20 Isaiah 58-60
December 21 Isaiah 61-64
December 22 Isaiah 65-66
· 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
http://presentationministries.com/publications/SecretFasting.asp
Brochures by Topic
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PM Internet Prayer Requests
http://www.presentationministries.com/prayer/prayer.asp
THANKS FOR YOUR HELP please pray jesus for me to be luckier in life and to give me more success
also pray god for my friends named oksana nastia and ioulia in kiev nastia is sick and poor and
her mother oksana is a widow sometimes she is very tense and agressive may God free her from all
evil and also jesus help nastia To remain in good health and be a good christian young woman and
succeed in her studies also ioulia christian grand-mother,poor this family needs prayers and
help from God also nastia must undergo surgery for teeth,please ask god to make sure she will be
ok and does not suffer
(ludovic s., France, 12/17/2016 11:11:11 AM)
While Jesus has many doctors working for Him, Jesus continues to be the Lead Physician of the
soul.
(Anonymous, , 12/17/2016 10:22:17 AM)
There are tears of Joy, tears of Sorrow, tears of Conversion, and tears of Love. Each tear is
priceless to God.
(Anonymous, , 12/17/2016 9:53:56 AM)
Thank you Lord for another day.Lord I pray for my husband and I, Lord please help us as the year
is ending,to start preparing ourselves for the coming of you son Jesus Christ ,help us to be
closer to you the coming year,in Jesus name we pray Amen
(Naa, , 12/17/2016 6:15:01 AM)
Lord Jesus please it's my prayer that you forgive us (Vicent A. and Jane A.) our sins
and unite us. Lord please make this man know that I love him and cause him to come back to me.
Please open marriage doors for us . I really love him, father Lord please grant me my heart
desire.Amen
(Jane, Kumasi, Ashanti, Ghana, 12/17/2016 3:24:09 AM)
Please pray for a little boy named Dakota, they had to flight for life him tonight because he
wont stop having seizures. Thank you to all who pray.
(Sandra, Walsenburg, Colorado, United States, 12/17/2016 12:59:27 AM)
Please follow link to additional prayer intentions.
http://www.presentationministries.com/prayer/prayer.asp
________________________________________________
MP3 4 You
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
minute Bible studies by Fr. Al Lauer.
Take a moment and check the link below
http://presentationministries.com/tapes/tape.asp?pubID=269
________________________________________________
Small Christian Communities
We believe the Lord is calling us to build hundreds of more communities by raising up leaders who will
form communities
PM's Small Christian Community Network
Learn about the Communities in our Network
http://presentationministries.com/community/hbcNetwork.asp
Small Christian Community Resources
Introduction to Small Christian Community
http://presentationministries.com/brochures/IntroCommunity.asp
"Unless the Lord Build the House..." - Psalm 127:
http://presentationministries.com/brochures/UnlessTheLordBuild.asp
Building Small Christian Communities (Team Manual)
http://presentationministries.com/brochures/CommunityManual.asp
Building Small Christian Communities (Guide Book)
http://presentationministries.com/brochures/CommunityGuidebook.asp
For more information contact: community@presentationministries.com
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WELCOME CHILDREN, MIGRANTS
"I FEEL COMPELLED"
... I feel compelled to draw attention to the reality of child migrants, especially the ones
who are alone. .. I ask everyone to take care of the young ... I ask everyone to help those
who ... are forced to live far.
SALVATION HISTORY
... We need to become aware that the phenomenon of migration is not unrelated to salvation
history, but rather a part of that history. One of God's commandments is connected to it:
"You shall not wrong a stranger or oppress him, for you were strangers in the land of Egypt"
(Ex 22:21); "Love the sojourner therefore; for you were sojourners in the land of Egypt"
(Deut 10:19).
SIGN OF THE TIMES
This phenomenon constitutes a sign of the times, a sign which speaks of the providential work
of God in history and in the human community, with a view to universal communion. While
appreciating the issues, and often the suffering and tragedy of migration, as too the
difficulties connected with the demands of offering a dignified welcome to these persons, the
Church nevertheless encourages us to recognize God's plan.
(Source: Message for the 103rd World Day of Migrants and Refugees 2017, September 8, 2016)
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CHRISTMAS BY FAITH, NOT BY SIGHT (2 Cor 5:7) - One Bread, One Body, 12/18/2016
Sunday, December 18, 2016, Fourth Sunday of Advent
Isaiah 7:10-14, Romans 1:1-7, Psalm 24:1-6, Matthew 1:18-24
Link to Readings --> http://www.usccb.org/bible/readings/121816.cfm
CHRISTMAS BY FAITH, NOT BY SIGHT (2 Cor 5:7)
"When Joseph awoke he did as the angel of the Lord had directed him." -Matthew 1:24
Joseph believed that Mary was pregnant not because of sexual relations, but by the Holy Spirit (Mt 1:20). He believed this because of God's grace given him in a dream about an angel bearing the message of the virgin-conception (Mt 1:20). Many people would consider Joseph one of the biggest fools ever, but we recognize him as one of the greatest men of faith in history.
To not divorce himself from the first Christmas (see Mt 1:19), Joseph needed great faith - a faith that would move much more than mountains (see Mt 17:20). The Lord gave him this super-faith. Like Joseph, to receive Christ this Christmas season, we will also need the gift of faith. Possibly, we will require great faith. We need the Advent gift of faith before we can receive the gift of Jesus' Christmas coming.
Ask the Lord for a greater gift of faith (Lk 17:5). In these next few days, read, pray, and study the teachings of the Church and the Bible. This will help you hear God and grow in faith (Rm 10:17). The Lord wants your faith in Him to become stronger and deeper than ever. Let Him gift you with great and greater faith.
Prayer: Father, "I believe! Help my lack of faith!" (Mk 9:24, our transl.)
Promise: "Ask for a sign from the Lord, your God; let it be deep as the nether world, or high as the sky!" -Is 7:11
Praise: "O sacred Lord of ancient Israel, Who showed Yourself to Moses in the burning bush, Who gave him the holy law on Sinai mountain: come, stretch out Your mighty hand to set us free."
(For a related teaching on "Pride and Faith", order, listen to, or download our CD 64-1 or DVD 64 on our website or order our tape on audio AV 64-1 or video V 64.)
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Isaiah 7:10-14, Romans 1:1-7, Psalm 24:1-6, Matthew 1:18-24
Link to Readings --> http://www.usccb.org/bible/readings/121816.cfm
CHRISTMAS BY FAITH, NOT BY SIGHT (2 Cor 5:7)
"When Joseph awoke he did as the angel of the Lord had directed him." -Matthew 1:24
Joseph believed that Mary was pregnant not because of sexual relations, but by the Holy Spirit (Mt 1:20). He believed this because of God's grace given him in a dream about an angel bearing the message of the virgin-conception (Mt 1:20). Many people would consider Joseph one of the biggest fools ever, but we recognize him as one of the greatest men of faith in history.
To not divorce himself from the first Christmas (see Mt 1:19), Joseph needed great faith - a faith that would move much more than mountains (see Mt 17:20). The Lord gave him this super-faith. Like Joseph, to receive Christ this Christmas season, we will also need the gift of faith. Possibly, we will require great faith. We need the Advent gift of faith before we can receive the gift of Jesus' Christmas coming.
Ask the Lord for a greater gift of faith (Lk 17:5). In these next few days, read, pray, and study the teachings of the Church and the Bible. This will help you hear God and grow in faith (Rm 10:17). The Lord wants your faith in Him to become stronger and deeper than ever. Let Him gift you with great and greater faith.
Prayer: Father, "I believe! Help my lack of faith!" (Mk 9:24, our transl.)
Promise: "Ask for a sign from the Lord, your God; let it be deep as the nether world, or high as the sky!" -Is 7:11
Praise: "O sacred Lord of ancient Israel, Who showed Yourself to Moses in the burning bush, Who gave him the holy law on Sinai mountain: come, stretch out Your mighty hand to set us free."
(For a related teaching on "Pride and Faith", order, listen to, or download our CD 64-1 or DVD 64 on our website or order our tape on audio AV 64-1 or video V 64.)
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Saturday, December 17, 2016
THE TREE OF LIFE (see Rv 22:2) - One Bread, One Body, 12/17/2016
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Saturday, December 17, 2016
Genesis 49:2, 8-10, Psalm 72:1-4, 7-8, 17, Matthew 1:1-17
Link to Readings --> http://www.usccb.org/bible/readings/121716.cfm
THE TREE OF LIFE (see Rv 22:2)
"A family record of Jesus Christ..." -Matthew 1:1
At Christmas time, many families put up a Christmas tree, and on it they hang ornaments. Often each person in the family will have an ornament bearing their name. It's easy to picture Mom and Dad grabbing little Johnny's ornament, polishing it, and telling joyful stories about Johnny's life as they hang it on the tree.
Each one of us is a member of God's family. We were created in His image (Gn 1:27). Jesus has carved each of us on the palm of His hand (Is 49:16). We are part of the family record of Jesus Christ, for better or for worse (Mt 1:1ff).
Imagine Jesus' mother Mary handing Him the ornament of your life to hang on the Holy Family's Christmas tree. You are so important to Jesus that He died on the cross just for you. As He receives your ornament, He caresses it, fingering your name with unimaginable love. He fondly cleans it to be without blemish, applies the Holy Spirit to polish it until it shines, kisses it, sings and rejoices over it (see Zep 3:17), and tenderly hangs it on His family tree. Afterwards, He sits before His family tree, gazes upon your part in His family, and thanks His heavenly Father for your life. Jesus loves you whether or not you have lived your life for His sake.
This Christmas, fill His heart with ever greater joy by offering your heart, mind, soul, hopes, and disappointments to Jesus. Give Him the Christmas present He most desires: your entire life.
Prayer: Lord Jesus, may the ornament of my life bring a smile to Your lips, fruit for Your kingdom, and joy to Your heart.
Promise: "In Him shall all the tribes of the earth be blessed; all the nations shall proclaim His happiness." -Ps 72:17
Praise: "O Wisdom, O holy Word of God, You govern all creation with Your strong yet tender care."
(This teaching was submitted by a member of our editorial team.)
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Saturday, December 17, 2016
Genesis 49:2, 8-10, Psalm 72:1-4, 7-8, 17, Matthew 1:1-17
Link to Readings --> http://www.usccb.org/bible/readings/121716.cfm
THE TREE OF LIFE (see Rv 22:2)
"A family record of Jesus Christ..." -Matthew 1:1
At Christmas time, many families put up a Christmas tree, and on it they hang ornaments. Often each person in the family will have an ornament bearing their name. It's easy to picture Mom and Dad grabbing little Johnny's ornament, polishing it, and telling joyful stories about Johnny's life as they hang it on the tree.
Each one of us is a member of God's family. We were created in His image (Gn 1:27). Jesus has carved each of us on the palm of His hand (Is 49:16). We are part of the family record of Jesus Christ, for better or for worse (Mt 1:1ff).
Imagine Jesus' mother Mary handing Him the ornament of your life to hang on the Holy Family's Christmas tree. You are so important to Jesus that He died on the cross just for you. As He receives your ornament, He caresses it, fingering your name with unimaginable love. He fondly cleans it to be without blemish, applies the Holy Spirit to polish it until it shines, kisses it, sings and rejoices over it (see Zep 3:17), and tenderly hangs it on His family tree. Afterwards, He sits before His family tree, gazes upon your part in His family, and thanks His heavenly Father for your life. Jesus loves you whether or not you have lived your life for His sake.
This Christmas, fill His heart with ever greater joy by offering your heart, mind, soul, hopes, and disappointments to Jesus. Give Him the Christmas present He most desires: your entire life.
Prayer: Lord Jesus, may the ornament of my life bring a smile to Your lips, fruit for Your kingdom, and joy to Your heart.
Promise: "In Him shall all the tribes of the earth be blessed; all the nations shall proclaim His happiness." -Ps 72:17
Praise: "O Wisdom, O holy Word of God, You govern all creation with Your strong yet tender care."
(This teaching was submitted by a member of our editorial team.)
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Friday, December 16, 2016
CHRISTMAS RUSH - One Bread, One Body, 12/16/2016
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Friday, December 16, 2016
Isaiah 56:1-3, 6-8, Psalm 67:2-3, 5, 7-8, John 5:33-36
Link to Readings --> http://www.usccb.org/bible/readings/121616.cfm
CHRISTMAS RUSH
"Observe what is right, do what is just; for My salvation is about to come, My justice, about to be revealed." -Isaiah 56:1
St. John the Baptizer "was the lamp, set aflame and burning bright, and for a while you exulted willingly in his light" (Jn 5:35). Those who have accepted John's call to repentance are ready to meet Jesus this Christmas.
Yet many still refuse God's grace of repentance. These people will be given a "testimony greater than John's, namely, the works the Father has given [Jesus] to accomplish" (Jn 5:36). Ask the Lord to confirm the message of repentance and Christmas with accompanying signs (Mk 16:20). Pray the following prayer: Lord, "grant to Your servants, even as they speak Your words, complete assurance by stretching forth Your hand in cures and signs and wonders to be worked in the name of Jesus, Your holy Servant" (Acts 4:29-30). Expect "swift justice" (Lk 18:8). Expect many conversions. Expect the Acts of the Apostles to be manifested before your very eyes.
The Lord wants His house to be full (Lk 14:23), all to be saved (1 Tm 2:4), and all to have a real Christmas. He will do almost anything to lead someone to Him. After all, He became a man and died on the cross to give us salvation. Ask the Lord to rend the heavens and shake the mountains (Is 63:19). He wants to save us much more than we want to be saved. Come, Lord Jesus!
Prayer: Father, reveal to me any sin of mine.
Promise: "For My house shall be called a house of prayer for all peoples." -Is 56:7
Praise: Peter went to Confession during Advent to prepare himself for the Christ Child.
(For a related teaching on The Necessity of Confession for Renewal", order, listen to, or download our CD 70-1 or DVD 70 on our website or order our tape on audio AV 70-1 or video V 70.)
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Friday, December 16, 2016
Isaiah 56:1-3, 6-8, Psalm 67:2-3, 5, 7-8, John 5:33-36
Link to Readings --> http://www.usccb.org/bible/readings/121616.cfm
CHRISTMAS RUSH
"Observe what is right, do what is just; for My salvation is about to come, My justice, about to be revealed." -Isaiah 56:1
St. John the Baptizer "was the lamp, set aflame and burning bright, and for a while you exulted willingly in his light" (Jn 5:35). Those who have accepted John's call to repentance are ready to meet Jesus this Christmas.
Yet many still refuse God's grace of repentance. These people will be given a "testimony greater than John's, namely, the works the Father has given [Jesus] to accomplish" (Jn 5:36). Ask the Lord to confirm the message of repentance and Christmas with accompanying signs (Mk 16:20). Pray the following prayer: Lord, "grant to Your servants, even as they speak Your words, complete assurance by stretching forth Your hand in cures and signs and wonders to be worked in the name of Jesus, Your holy Servant" (Acts 4:29-30). Expect "swift justice" (Lk 18:8). Expect many conversions. Expect the Acts of the Apostles to be manifested before your very eyes.
The Lord wants His house to be full (Lk 14:23), all to be saved (1 Tm 2:4), and all to have a real Christmas. He will do almost anything to lead someone to Him. After all, He became a man and died on the cross to give us salvation. Ask the Lord to rend the heavens and shake the mountains (Is 63:19). He wants to save us much more than we want to be saved. Come, Lord Jesus!
Prayer: Father, reveal to me any sin of mine.
Promise: "For My house shall be called a house of prayer for all peoples." -Is 56:7
Praise: Peter went to Confession during Advent to prepare himself for the Christ Child.
(For a related teaching on The Necessity of Confession for Renewal", order, listen to, or download our CD 70-1 or DVD 70 on our website or order our tape on audio AV 70-1 or video V 70.)
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Thursday, December 15, 2016
LOOKING FOR LOVE - One Bread, One Body, 12/15/2016
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Thursday, December 15, 2016
Isaiah 54:1-10, Psalm 30:2, 4-6, 11-13, Luke 7:24-30
Link to Readings --> http://www.usccb.org/bible/readings/121516.cfm
LOOKING FOR LOVE
"What did you go out to see?" -Luke 7:24
Jesus asks the crowds and us: "What, really, did you go out to see - someone dressed luxuriously? Remember, those who dress in luxury and eat in splendor are to be found in" shopping malls, sleighs, and endless TV Christmas specials (see Lk 7:24-25). The crowds flock to see Santa, searching for glad tidings, good cheer, and perhaps, somehow, a measure of love.
Today, the Church proclaims to the searching crowds that good news and love are available in Jesus. He loves you "with enduring love" (Is 54:8). He has "sworn not to be angry with you, or to rebuke you" (Is 54:9). He assures you: "Though the mountains leave their place and the hills be shaken, My love shall never leave you nor My covenant of peace be shaken, says the Lord, Who has mercy on you" (Is 54:10).
Be like the wise men (Mt 2:11). They went out to see the Christ Child, and they found Love beyond all telling. Seek the Lord and He will be found (Jer 29:13-14). Look for Love, and He will find you.
Prayer: Father, may I look to You for love, not to the world.
Promise: "I assure you, there is no man born of woman greater than John. Yet the least born into the kingdom of God is greater than he." -Lk 7:28
Praise: Counting a friendship as worth more than money, Thomas forgave the loan his friend had promised to repay.
(This teaching was submitted by a member of our editorial team.)
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Thursday, December 15, 2016
Isaiah 54:1-10, Psalm 30:2, 4-6, 11-13, Luke 7:24-30
Link to Readings --> http://www.usccb.org/bible/readings/121516.cfm
LOOKING FOR LOVE
"What did you go out to see?" -Luke 7:24
Jesus asks the crowds and us: "What, really, did you go out to see - someone dressed luxuriously? Remember, those who dress in luxury and eat in splendor are to be found in" shopping malls, sleighs, and endless TV Christmas specials (see Lk 7:24-25). The crowds flock to see Santa, searching for glad tidings, good cheer, and perhaps, somehow, a measure of love.
Today, the Church proclaims to the searching crowds that good news and love are available in Jesus. He loves you "with enduring love" (Is 54:8). He has "sworn not to be angry with you, or to rebuke you" (Is 54:9). He assures you: "Though the mountains leave their place and the hills be shaken, My love shall never leave you nor My covenant of peace be shaken, says the Lord, Who has mercy on you" (Is 54:10).
Be like the wise men (Mt 2:11). They went out to see the Christ Child, and they found Love beyond all telling. Seek the Lord and He will be found (Jer 29:13-14). Look for Love, and He will find you.
Prayer: Father, may I look to You for love, not to the world.
Promise: "I assure you, there is no man born of woman greater than John. Yet the least born into the kingdom of God is greater than he." -Lk 7:28
Praise: Counting a friendship as worth more than money, Thomas forgave the loan his friend had promised to repay.
(This teaching was submitted by a member of our editorial team.)
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