JESUS TEACHES - One Bread, One Body, 04/15/2026

Wednesday, April 15, 2026,

Acts 5:17-26
Psalm 34:2-9
John 3:16-21

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JESUS TEACHES
“Those men you put in jail are standing over there in the temple, teaching the people.” —Acts 5:25

Jesus wants His sheep to be fed physically and especially spiritually (see Jn 21:15, 17). He wants His people to be taught His Good News. Jesus Himself repeatedly gave up His rest and food to teach vast crowds “at great length” (Mk 6:34). “He would teach in the temple by day” (Lk 21:37). After St. Mary Magdalene recognized Jesus risen from the dead, she called Him “ ‘Rabbouni!’ (meaning ‘Teacher’ )” (Jn 20:16). Jesus spent the afternoon of the day of His Resurrection teaching the Bible as He walked for miles with two of His disciples (Lk 24:27). Jesus spent the evening of the day of His Resurrection opening the apostles’ minds to the understanding of the Scriptures (Lk 24:45).

After the first Christian Pentecost, the newborn Church caught on to Jesus’ emphasis on teaching. The Church devoted herself to the apostles’ teaching (Acts 2:42). After an angel freed the apostles from jail, “they went into the temple at dawn and resumed their teaching” (Acts 5:21). They “filled Jerusalem” with their teaching (Acts 5:28). “Day after day, both in the temple and at home, they never stopped teaching and proclaiming the good news of Jesus the Messiah” (Acts 5:42). They concentrated on “prayer and the ministry of the word” (Acts 6:4). “The word of God continued to spread” (Acts 6:7).

Prayer: Father, I join the movement of proclaiming Your Word.

Promise: “Yes, God so loved the world that He gave His only Son, that whoever believes in Him may not die but may have eternal life.” —Jn 3:16

Praise: “When the afflicted man called out, the Lord heard, and from all his distress He saved him” (Ps 34:7). Alleluia!

(To help you learn to proclaim His Word, view, download or order the booklet How to Teach the Bible on our website.)

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THE ONLY HOPE - One Bread, One Body, 04/14/2026

Tuesday, April 14, 2026,

Acts 4:32-37
Psalm 93:1-2, 5
John 3:7-15

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THE ONLY HOPE
“Do not be surprised that I tell you you must all be begotten from above.” —John 3:7

Nicodemus was a member of the Sanhedrin, the Supreme Court of the Jewish people (Jn 3:1). He held “the office of teacher of Israel” (Jn 3:10). Yet he did not understand that we:

• must be “born again” (Jn 3:4),
• must be “begotten from above” (Jn 3:3), and
• can be “begotten of water and Spirit” (Jn 3:5).

Even today, after thousands of years of massive violence, injustice, war, deceit, and selfishness, most people are like Nicodemus. They don’t realize that our human nature is so fallen and wounded that it cannot be repaired or adequately controlled. Possibly they refuse to come to the obvious conclusion about the condition of our human nature because they believe it would leave them hopeless. They prefer a groundless, mindless hope to the stark truth.

Thankfully, we do not have to choose between being a naive fool or a candidate for suicide. Jesus is our Savior. He saved us by dying and rising for us (see 1 Cor 15:3-4). We can be baptized into His death and Resurrection (Rm 6:3-4). In Jesus, we can crucify our old nature (see Gal 5:24) and be raised as new creations (Gal 6:15).

The risen Jesus is our Savior, Hope, Truth, Life, Lord, and God. Worship Jesus and witness for Him.

Prayer: Father, give me so much love that I will proclaim the truth about the hope of new life in Christ.

Promise: “The community of believers were of one heart and one mind. None of them ever claimed anything as his own; rather, everything was held in common. With power the apostles bore witness to the resurrection of the Lord Jesus.” —Acts 4:32-33

Praise: Keith is a gifted cook. He pours his talents into cooking “meals of love” for people on retreat, that they may be filled with Jesus as well as tasty food.



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NIGHT LIGHT - One Bread, One Body, 04/13/2026

Monday, April 13, 2026, Pope St. Martin I

Acts 4:23-31
Psalm 2:1-9
John 3:1-8

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NIGHT LIGHT
Nicodemus “came to [Jesus] at night.” —John 3:2

When you’re in the darkness of the tomb rather than in the light of the risen Son, you need to see the light (see Jn 1:4-5). This guiding light often comes in the form of a prophecy or a revelation. For example, Sts. Peter and John were in a terrible situation. They had been arrested and spent the night in jail (Acts 4:3). A persecution was beginning to rage that would ultimately result in the brutal murder-martyrdom of several believers. How was the early Church to come out of the darkness of fear and violence?

They gathered together for prayer, and the Lord gave them a prophecy to reassure them (Acts 4:25-26; Ps 2:1-2). Then they were given a specific intercessory prayer: “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). They had obviously received divine enlightenment, for “the place where they were gathered shook as they prayed. They were filled with the Holy Spirit and continued to speak God’s word with confidence” (Acts 4:31).

When nothing’s going right, when darkness is overshadowing the light, seek the light of prophecy and revelation. Prophecy will encourage and guide you. A revelation will focus your prayer on a specific intention. The Spirit will move and the Word will be proclaimed with “complete assurance” (Acts 4:29).

Prayer: Jesus, risen Light, shine on me.

Promise: “I solemnly assure you, no one can enter into God’s kingdom without being begotten of water and Spirit.” —Jn 3:5

Praise: An assassin attempted to murder Pope St. Martin I but was struck blind by divine providence and so failed to kill him.

(For a related teaching, Seek Prophecy, view, download or order our leaflet on our website.)

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“HIS GREAT MERCY” (1 Pt 1:3) - One Bread, One Body, 04/12/2026

Sunday, April 12, 2026, Divine Mercy Sunday

Acts 2:42-47
1 Peter 1:3-9
Psalm 118:2-4, 13-15, 22-24
John 20:19-31
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“HIS GREAT MERCY” (1 Pt 1:3)
“...Who in His great mercy gave us new birth; a birth unto hope which draws its life from the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead…” —1 Peter 1:3

Three times Jesus said to His apostles, “Peace be with you” (Jn 20:19, 21, 26). This literally means “shalom,” a peace which is complete and harmonious. Jesus forgave the sins of the apostles and poured out divine mercy upon them.

“God is rich in mercy” (Eph 2:4). He gives so many chances to us who are slow to grasp and believe in His mercy. He wants very much to have us believe in His merciful love, in His unlimited compassion. “His mercy endures forever” (Ps 118:1).

St. Thomas the Apostle came to belief because he encountered Divine Mercy Incarnate, Jesus, his Lord and his God (Jn 20:28). Some day we will come face to face with Mercy Incarnate (1 Cor 13:12). Will this encounter be on the Day of Judgment? Hopefully that’s not the first time you meet Divine Mercy.

Now is the time (see 2 Cor 6:2). Now is the season of mercy. Jesus of Mercy is constantly trying to tell you: “Peace be with you, mercy be with you.” Do not doubt His mercy. Receive His mercy. Do the spiritual and corporal works of mercy, and live a life of complete trust in the mercy of God.

Prayer: “My Lord and my God!” (Jn 20:28)

Promise: “They devoted themselves to the apostles’ instruction and the communal life, to the breaking of bread and the prayers.” —Acts 2:42

Praise: “Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good, for His mercy endures forever” (Ps 118:1).

(This teaching was submitted by a member of our editorial team.)
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NAME ABOVE ALL NAMES (Phil 2:9) - One Bread, One Body, 04/11/2026

Saturday, April 11, 2026, Easter Saturday

Acts 4:13-21
Psalm 118:1, 14-21
Mark 16:9-15

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NAME ABOVE ALL NAMES (Phil 2:9)
“We must give them a stern warning never to mention that Man’s name to anyone again.” —Acts 4:17

I’m attending Mass in a Church called Holy Name. This church building has a mosaic behind the altar which proclaims:

• “Ask in My Name,”
• “Holy is His Name,”
• “And thou shalt call His Name Jesus.”

A Church dedicated to the Holy Name of Jesus is a fitting place in which to hear today’s readings, which continue the story from yesterday’s readings that “there is no other name in the whole world given to men by which we are to be saved” (Acts 4:12). “In the power of that name this [man born lame] stands before you perfectly sound” (Acts 4:10).

There is more power in the Name of Jesus than in all the forces of evil combined (see e.g. Lk 10:17). Therefore, have confidence in the Name of Jesus. He promised: “Whatever You ask the Father, He will give you in My name” (Jn 16:23). The archangel Gabriel told St. Joseph to name Mary’s Child Jesus, a name which means “God saves” (see Mt 1:21). Therefore, even  His name indicates Jesus’ power to save.

“Whatever you do, whether in speech or in action, do it in the name of the Lord Jesus” (Col 3:17). May His Name be constantly in your heart and be constantly on your lips.

Prayer: Jesus, “Your name spoken is a spreading perfume” (Sg 1:3). May we always speak Your Holy Name in love, devotion, reverence, faith, and power.

Promise: “Go into the whole world and proclaim the good news to all creation.” —Mk 16:15

Praise: “God highly exalted Him and bestowed on Him the name above every other name, so that at Jesus’ name every knee must bend in the heavens, on the earth, and under the earth, and every tongue proclaim to the glory of God the Father: JESUS CHRIST IS LORD!” (Phil 2:9-11)

(This teaching was submitted by a member of our editorial team.)

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STARTING OVER? - One Bread, One Body, 04/10/2026

Friday, April 10, 2026, Easter Friday

Acts 4:1-12
Psalm 118:1-2, 4, 22-27
John 21:1-14

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STARTING OVER?
“I am going out to fish.” —John 21:3

Jesus told St. Peter to leave the fishing business and follow Him (Mt 4:19). Even after meeting the risen Christ several times, Peter denied Christ again and went back into the fishing business. Peter denied Jesus, the Light, and chose the night. “All through the night they caught nothing” (Jn 21:3). Peter was naked (Jn 21:7, NAB) and not clothed with power (Lk 24:49), righteousness (see Eph 6:14), or life in Christ (Eph 4:24). Peter chose night, nothing, and nakedness.

Jesus, in all His mercy, forgave Peter another three times and proceeded to again start from the beginning with him. Jesus asked Peter three times if he loved Him (Jn 21:15-17). Then Jesus did what He had done when He first met Peter: He commanded Peter to follow Him (Jn 21:19). Shortly after this, Peter led three thousand people to be baptized into Jesus at the first Christian Pentecost (Acts 2:41). Peter became the first leader of the Church and a fearless witness for Jesus (see Acts 4:8ff).

Have you squandered your Christian life? Have you lost your first love? (Rv 2:4) Have you forced Jesus to start over with you? If you repent, there is hope. Even if you’re starting over, the risen Lord can make you a great leader in His kingdom. Repent!

Prayer: Lord, have mercy on me again.

Promise: “This Jesus is ‘the Stone rejected by you the builders Which has become the Cornerstone.’ There is no salvation in anyone else, for there is no other name in the whole world given to men by which we are to be saved.” —Acts 4:11-12

Praise: Praise You, Jesus, risen Victor over death. You have conquered sin and death and set us free. You are the “Savior of the world” (1 Jn 4:14). Alleluia!

(For a related teaching on The Necessity of Confession for Renewal, listen to, download or order AV 70-1 or V 70 on our website.)

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New Industry Guidelines Detail How to Buy Fabric Online Without Seeing It First

To buy fabric online without seeing it first, buyers must mathematically translate digital specifications like Grams per Square Meter and stretch percentages while enforcing strict physical wash protocols on sample swatches. Leading U.S. textile suppliers reported a 42% decrease in wholesale returns during fiscal 2025 when commercial buyers abandoned subjective texture descriptions in favor of hard data. Digital sourcing removes the physical hand from the evaluation process. The hand defines the tactile feel of the material. You risk severe manufacturing delays if you rely on flat lay photography alone. Source: Linkedin

Buyers determine accurate material density by reading the GSM data rather than trusting generic vendor adjectives. GSM measures exact physical weave density. A 150 GSM textile material performs well for lightweight apparel, whereas a 400 GSM material provides the rigidity needed for commercial outerwear. Digital sourcing requires buyers to locate visual proxies to evaluate drape. Drape defines the hanging behavior of a textile. Buyers assess this fluidity by demanding rosette photographs. A rosette photograph displays the material twisted into a spiral. You misjudge the flexibility of the warp and weft if you only review flat images.

Buyers verify pattern compatibility by extracting the stated stretch percentage and replicating that ratio against a physical ruler using known knit textiles. Spandex fibers dictate the modulus of elasticity. A 4-inch sample possesses a 50% stretch capacity if it extends to 6 inches comfortably. Professionals mitigate remaining physical risks by executing rigorous swatch tests. A swatch test exposes the raw sample to American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists wash standards. You quantify shrinkage accurately if you launder a precise 4-inch square sample at maximum industrial heat settings.

Safe digital textile sourcing requires strict adherence to standardized numerical metrics over subjective visual estimations. U.S. industry data proves that quantitative analysis eliminates the traditional barriers of remote purchasing. Buyers secure exact materials for bulk production runs if they follow these technical translation methods. Start your next commercial manufacturing run securely by immediately requesting a baseline test sample from your chosen digital supplier today.

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