Tag: prayer

May 16-20, 2016

Mon., May 16, 2016 James 3:13-18; Mark 9:14-29 When (Jesus) entered the house, his disciples asked him in private, “Why could we not drive the spirit out?” He said to them, “This kind can only come out through prayer.” – Mk 9:28-29 The disciples need Jesus’ power to drive out evil. What evil do I… Read More ›

April 18-22, 2016

Monday, April 18 Acts 11:1-18; John 10:1-10 “I am the gate. Whoever enters through me will be saved, and will come in and go out and find pasture.” – John 10:9 Jesus tells us that he is the gate for the sheep. How has my life been affected by the presence of Jesus? How is… Read More ›

April 11 – April 15, 2016

Mon., April 11, 2016 Acts 6:8-15; John 6:22-29 Jesus answered and said to them, “This is the work of God, that you believe in the one he sent.” – John 22:29 How have I answered Jesus’ invitation to believe? Lord, I have received your invitation. I want to share in the work of God. Help… Read More ›

March 13, 2016

5th Sunday of Lent “Let the one among you who is without sin be the first to throw a stone at her.” – John 8:7b Then Jesus straightened up and said to her, “Woman, where are they? Has no one condemned you?” She replied, “No one, sir.” Then Jesus said, “Neither do I condemn you…. Read More ›

Feb. 15 – 19, 2016

Monday, February 15 Leviticus 19:1-2, 11-18; Matthew 25:31-46 “Then they will answer and say, ‘Lord, when did we see you hungry or thirsty or a stranger or naked or ill or in prison, and did not minister to your needs?’” Mt 25:44 Do I always see Jesus in those around me? Who have I fed?… Read More ›

Ash Wednesday

Ash Wednesday. Did it seem to come faster this year? I do not feel prepared. I have not contemplated my plan for this Lenten season yet. Maybe there should be no plan. Maybe I should just wing it. I do not even have a book ready to read yet. I need to get started. I… Read More ›

Feb. 8 – 12, 2016

Monday, February 8 1 Kings 8:1-7, 9-13; Mark 6:53-56 Jesus heals. There are so many kinds of healing needed these days. What do I need to ask Jesus to heal in myself and in others? Lord, there are many areas of my life that need your healing touch. Help me to understand the area in… Read More ›

Feb. 1-5, 2016

Monday, February 1 2 Samuel 15:13-14, 30; 16:5-13; Mark 5:1-20 Do I often tell others what God has done in my life? Lord, I know you are always present to me. There are times when I take your presence for granted. Grant me the strength to announce to the whole world, and especially my family,… Read More ›

Jan. 25-29, 2016

Monday, January 25 The Conversion of St. Paul, Apostle Acts 22:3-16; Mark 16:15-18 Reflect on a time when you experienced a conversion. How was your relationship with Jesus affected? How is God calling you to change today? Lord, thank you for changing my life. Help me to always be open to change. May I experience… Read More ›

Jan. 11-15, 2016

Monday, January 11 1 Sm 1:1-8; Mark 1: 14-20 Jesus said to them, “Come after me, and I will make you fishers of men.” (Mk 1:17) What are the things that keep me from following Jesus? Lord, help me to lead others to you. Tuesday, January 12 1 Sm 1:9-20; Mark 1: 21-28 People… Read More ›

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