Category Archives: Encounter
The Paradox And The Conundrum
Jesus said to them, “And people will come from the east and the west and from the north and the south and will recline at table in the Kingdom of God. For behold, some are last who will be first, … Continue reading
Signs
While still more people gathered in the crowd, Jesus said to them, “This generation is an evil generation; it seeks a sign, but no sign will be given it, except the sign of Jonah.” ~ Luke 11:29 I shall not … Continue reading
Teachers Day
Jesus was praying in a certain place, and when he had finished, one of his disciples said to him, “Lord, teach us to pray just as John taught his disciples.” ~ Luke 11:1 Today is International Teachers Day. I have … Continue reading
Cross The Street To Help The Neighbor
“Which of these three, in your opinion, was neighbor to the robbers’ victim?” He answered, “The one who treated him with mercy.” Jesus said to him, “Go and do likewise.” ~ Luke 10:25-37 The neighbor is the one who crosses … Continue reading
God Today In The Here And Now
At that very moment he rejoiced in the Holy Spirit and said, “I give you praise, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, for although you have hidden these things from the wise and the learned you have revealed them to … Continue reading
“Who Do You Say That I Am?”
Then he said to them, “But who do you say that I am?” Peter said in reply, “The Christ of God.” ~ Luke 9:20 Christ has been an abiding presence and a constant companion in my life journey. It was … Continue reading
Have You Heard About Him?
Herod said, “John I beheaded. Who then is this about whom I hear such things?” And he kept trying to see him. ~ Luke 9:9 I first heard about him from my mother as early as I could remember. From … Continue reading
Yes, Love Transforms
Jesus said to his disciples: “As the Father loves me, so I also love you. Remain in my love. If you keep my commandments, you will remain in my love, just as I have kept my Father’s commandments and remain … Continue reading
Hearing God’s Voice Today
But now I am coming to you. I speak this in the world so that they may share my joy completely. I gave them your word, and the world hated them, because they do not belong to the world any … Continue reading
Waiting For The Final Answer
Jesus answered them, “I told you and you do not believe. The works I do in my Father’s name testify to me. But you do not believe, because you are not among my sheep. My sheep hear my voice; I … Continue reading