In the same way, the Spirit too comes to the aid of our weakness; for we do not know how to pray as we ought, but the Spirit itself intercedes with inexpressible groanings. Romans 8:26 NABRE Paul writing to the community in Rome, is making way for a future visit.…
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Romans 15:13 – August 12, 2018
May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that you may abound in hope by the power of the holy Spirit. Romans 15:13 NABRE Paul is rounding out his letter to the Romans, who he expects to visit soon. In chapter fifteen Paul…
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Rejoice in the Lord always. I shall say it again: rejoice! Philippians 4:4 NABRE Paul is writing to the community at Philippi a letter of fellowship. He is nearing the end of the letter and he urges two members of the community to reconcile, reaching out to others to help…
View More Philippians 4:4 – August 7, 2018Romans 10:17 – August 6, 2018
Thus faith comes from what is heard, and what is heard comes through the word of Christ. Romans 10:17 NABRE Romans is Paul reaching out to a community he has not founded or visited. Therefore it is more general than other letters and has a deep spiritual and theological flavor.…
View More Romans 10:17 – August 6, 2018Philippians 4:19 – August 4, 2018
My God will fully supply whatever you need, in accord with his glorious riches in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19 NABRE Paul is closing out his letter to the Philippians with many lines of thanks and blessing. He recalls that the community at Philippi had sent him something for his needs, and…
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