Janet Holm McHenry: Jesus prayed simply. If you look at the prayers of his that we have—only ten actual prayers—you find simple language. It’s not elevated or flowery or formal. He taught we should pray simply and modeled that. He also prayed privately. He went up the mountainside in...
I suspect that Judas’ discomfort had more to do with Jesus rewriting the social codes of his culture by endorsing Mary’s action. “Leave her alone,” Jesus tells him. Jesus, unlike Judas, understood that this was a very precious and significant moment, and he wanted to let it happen. ...
At that time Jesus said, “I praise you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, because you have hidden these things from the wise and learned, and revealed them to little children.New Living TranslationAt that time Jesus prayed this prayer: “O Father, Lord of heaven and earth, thank you ...
When Jesus said to Peter, “I will give you the Keys of the Kingdom of Heaven,”it would have been a clear indication to all informed Jews that Jesus was going to make St. Peter His prime minister. He was declaring that St. Peter would be the first pope – the president or governor...
After service, a brilliant woman who I am thrilled to call my friend said to me, “we’re garbage collectors, picking up the trash on the road to Jesus, then becoming the hoses that wash it down.” How great is that??!! Of course, this makes no sense, if you hadn’t been there...
So by our prayers and in our lives, let us acknowledge God's glory. Let us seek the peace and justice of his kingdom and submit to God's greatness. Let us pray that God will use even us to spread his glory everywhere until his kingdom has finally come!
“earn” your love or your respect. When you love them the way Jesus calls us to love one another, there is no merit required. They should know that no matter what they do, they can’t push you away or make you love them less. Every kid needs a champion in their corner that ...
I had it all, and it was all taken from me. My life was destroyed in an instant, and for some reason, the Lord will not answer my prayers to heal it. Jesus is Lord no matter what, and I will proclaim that truth to my last breath. I am still following Him, spreading the Gospel...
and worries to God, trusting His will above our own. In these prayers, we acknowledge that God’s ways are higher than ours and that He knows what is best for us. Jesus demonstrated this type of prayer in the Garden of Gethsemane when He prayed, “Not my will, but yours be done” ...
Paul’s remembering Timothy in his prayers and he’s commending Timothy for his authentic faith that he learned from his grandmother and mother. He was a witness to their knowledge and love of God and love of Jesus. It was obviously part of his upbringing. It was as natural as sitting ...