Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Matthew 5:3 NABRE Those who are poor in spirit are those who empty themselves of all attachments, empty their heart of all things they love, empty their mind of all attachments to intellectual pursuits or challenges, empty…
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Isaiah 60:3 – October 20, 2019
Nations shall walk by your light, kings by the radiance of your dawning. Isaiah 60:3 NABRE This chapter of Isaiah proclaims the glory of Jerusalem. Jerusalem has been restored, it has a wonderful radiance, it is the dwelling place of the glory of God and from it all nations will…
View More Isaiah 60:3 – October 20, 2019John 15:26-27 – October 19, 2019
When the Advocate comes whom I will send you from the Father, the Spirit of truth that proceeds from the Father, he will testify to me. And you also testify, because you have been with me from the beginning. John 15:26-27 NABRE Jesus knows His time on earth is nearing…
View More John 15:26-27 – October 19, 2019Luke 19:38 – October 17, 2019
They proclaimed: “Blessed is the king who comes in the name of the Lord. Peace in heaven and glory in the highest.” Luke 19:38 NABRE Jesus is travelling to Jerusalem for His last trip. He knows He has the crucifixion ahead of Him. He has a plan how He wants…
View More Luke 19:38 – October 17, 2019John 10:27 – October 16, 2019
My sheep hear my voice; I know them, and they follow me. John 10:27 NABRE Jesus is being questioned about whether He is the Messiah or not by Jews in the outer court of the temple. He remarks that they do not believe because they are not His sheep. Jesus…
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