As the Father loves me, so I also love you. Remain in my love. John 15:9 NABRE Jesus has been teaching His disciples about the great love between the Father and Himself. They have an intimate relationship, a mutual knowing. Jesus teaches He has a similar intimate relationship, mutual knowing…
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Psalms 95:7-8 – October 14, 2019
Oh, that today you would hear his voice: Do not harden your hearts as at Meribah, as on the day of Massah in the desert. Psalms 95:7-8 NABRE Psalm 95 praises God and calls people to listen to the Lord’s voice. It begins with an invitation, “O come.” inviting us…
View More Psalms 95:7-8 – October 14, 20191 Thessalonians 5:18 – October 13, 2019
In all circumstances give thanks, for this is the will of God for you in Christ Jesus. 1 Thessalonians 5:18 NABRE Paul writing to the community at Thessalonica is gently encouraging them to have confidence as the day of the Lord approaches and that they should go about their everyday…
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He replied, “Rather, blessed are those who hear the word of God and observe it.” Luke 11:28 NABRE Jesus begins by teaching his disciples about prayer and the answer to prayer. As he is teaching them a crowd forms. He speaks about driving out demons and is interrupted by a…
View More Luke 11:28 – October 12, 20191 Peter 1:14-15 – October 11, 2019
Like obedient children, do not act in compliance with the desires of your former ignorance but, as he who called you is holy, be holy yourselves in every aspect of your conduct, 1 Peter 1:14-15 NABRE Peter is writing a circular letter that will be delivered to multiple communities and…
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