Therefore, we are not discouraged; rather, although our outer self is wasting away, our inner self is being renewed day by day. 2 Corinthians 4:16 NABRE Paul in writing the verses before the quoted verse speaks about the suffering he has endured to reveal Jesus’ self-giving love. He says he…
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Rejoice always. Pray without ceasing. In all circumstances give thanks, for this is the will of God for you in Christ Jesus. 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 NABRE Paul’s quoted verses show the Christian how to live in line with the will of God; rejoice, pray and be thankful. A follower of…
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they took palm branches and went out to meet him, and cried out: “Hosanna! Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord, [even] the king of Israel.” John 12:13 NABRE In the Gospel of John we read about Jesus entry into Jerusalem riding a donkey like a…
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I am confident of this, that the one who began a good work in you will continue to complete it until the day of Christ Jesus. Philippians 1:6 NABRE Paul is writing to the community in Philippi, a community to whom he feels very close and is pleased with their…
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Consider it all joy, my brothers, when you encounter various trials, for you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. James 1:2-3 NABRE James the author of this letter is one of the most prominent figures in the early church, known as “the brother of the Lord” and…
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