Category Archives: Discipleship
What To Make of Good Friday
After these things, Joseph of Arimathea, who was a disciple of Jesus, though a secret one because of his fear of the Jews, asked Pilate to let him take away the body of Jesus. Pilate gave him permission; so he … Continue reading
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Tagged Grace, Serendipity
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I Will Stay To See the End of This Story
So when he had washed their feet and put his garments back on and reclined at table again, he said to them, “Do you realize what I have done for you? You call me ‘teacher’ and ‘master,’ and rightly so, … Continue reading
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Tagged Blessings, Change, Eternity, joy, Serendipity, Suffering
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Matching Words With Deeds
Peter said to him, “Master, why can I not follow you now? I will lay down my life for you.” Jesus answered, “Will you lay down your life for me? Amen, amen, I say to you, the cock will not … Continue reading
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A Spiritual Warrior
Jesus answered them, “If I do not perform my Father’s works, do not believe me; but if I perform them, even if you do not believe me, believe the works, so that you may realize and understand that the Father … Continue reading
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Praying For Macky
Jesus said to those Jews who believed in him, “If you remain in my word, you will truly be my disciples, and you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” ~ John 8:31-32 This morning I pray … Continue reading
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Tagged Grace, Gratitude, Prayer
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A Humble Prayer
But the tax collector, standing far off, would not even look up to heaven, but was beating his breast and saying, ‘God, be merciful to me, a sinner!’ I tell you, this man went down to his home justified rather … Continue reading
Mysterium Tremendum et Fascinans
Jesus began speaking in the synagogue, saying: “Today this Scripture passage is fulfilled in your hearing.” And all spoke highly of him and were amazed at the gracious words that came from his mouth. They also asked, “Isn’t this the … Continue reading
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A Place We Call Home
Jesus appeared to the Eleven and said to them: “Go into the whole world and proclaim the Gospel to every creature. These signs will accompany those who believe: in my name they will drive out demons, they will speak new … Continue reading
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A Heart Of Stone Is A Heavy Burden
A heart of stone is a heavy heart to carry. Right now, I am carrying the burden of hurt and broken relationships. There are several of my relationships with people who are close and ear to me that are frayed … Continue reading
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Tagged Forgiveness, Humility, Mercy, Prayer
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A Heart Of Stone
His mother said to the servants, ‘Do whatever he tells you.’ John 2:5 There are days I feel like a rock. Specially when buffeted by life’s worries and anxieties, I just want to be stolid and uncaring, shutting myself off … Continue reading
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