A daily walk in faith, hope and love
The Scribe in today's Gospel was given a complement thus by Jesus following his wise response: 'you are not far from the Kingdom of God'. It becomes obvious that the distance been referred to here was not a physical one, but one related to mental orientation and mindset. The first of which the scribe rephrased... Continue Reading →
DAY 93/366 Among the leading causes of conflict is misinterpretation and misunderstanding. Where what is intended to be communicated isn't what is received. The scene for our reflection is at the beautiful gate, where a man who had been born lame from birth, was carried to daily to ask alms. Our point of interest is the... Continue Reading →
DAY 65/366 I have been stuck in a loop today on the words found in Psalm 2:4 " The One enthroned in heaven laughs; the Lord scoffs at them." Often, when one laughs in the face of a challenge that makes everyone else shudder, it is because they know something others don't. God laughs while... Continue Reading →
DAY 55/366 Reference text: Deuteronomy 26:16-19 We read an excerpt from the love story between God and Israel today and this scene in particular, is one where both parties take turns professing their love for each other. In verse 16, we read Israel's confession, declaring the Lord as their God and that they will walk... Continue Reading →
DAY 45/366 Matthew 6:1 Be careful not to practice your righteousness in front of others to be seen by them. If you do, you will have no reward from your Father in heaven. Unfortunately, there isn't any other way to put this other than to attest to the fact that we live in an era... Continue Reading →
DAY 31/366 Mark 6:2 When the Sabbath came, he began to teach in the synagogue, and many who heard him were amazed. “Where did this man get these things?” they asked. “What’s this wisdom that has been given him? What are these remarkable miracles he is performing? Even though it may appear every life is... Continue Reading →
DAY 14/366 1 Samuel 3:7 Now Samuel did not yet know the Lord, and the word of the Lord was not yet revealed to him. The call of Samuel is the highlight of the third chapter of first book of Samuel. However, some verses present a few things things to consider. Of note, Samuel was... Continue Reading →
DAY 357 1 Samuel 1:27-28 For this child I prayed, and the Lord has granted me my petition which I asked of Him. Therefore I also have lent him to the Lord; as long as he lives he shall be lent to the Lord.” So they worshiped the Lord there The language Hannah used today... Continue Reading →
DAY 303 Psalms 68:1 Let God arise, let his enemies be scattered: let them also that hate him flee before him. The first statement of today's Psalm evokes an old song which many are familiar with. However, we know by experience that when God arises, shifts happen. Age-long battles end and mountains that have defied... Continue Reading →
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