Week 42 - The Journey Apostle Paul
"Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in Christ with every spiritual blessing in the heavens, as he chose us in him, before the foundation of the world, to be holy and without blemish before him. In love he destined us for adoption to himself through Jesus Christ, in accord with the favor of his will, for the praise of the glory of his grace that he granted us in the beloved….In him you also, who have heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation, and have believed in him, were sealed with the promised holy Spirit, which is the first installment of our inheritance toward redemption as God's possession, to the praise of his glory. The Church as Christ's Body." Ephesians 1:3-6, 13-14
Listen. As you listen to Paul preach, he speaks with a wisdom that comes from deep within. God has become his inner most being, He is his all in all. The journey of his life has brought him to this point and the gift that he has been given, the first installment of salvation, the Holy Spirit, he wishes others to receive.
God loved us that much that His Son came so we might have life within Him. This is the life that Paul is living. As you ponder your own life do you see how God the Father is bringing you closer to this relationship. One where you and him are in an intimate relationship? Paul's words convey this message over and over again, our challenge is to quiet the mind so we can listen. God always speaks but do we always hear Him in the circumstances of our life.
What is God saying to me? You are not alone, the words will come from within, it is I your Father in Heaven. Don't concern yourself if others don't understand, Paul experienced some of the same reactions.
Dear Father God, I know You are with me, I know I am one of Your sons and I have received the first installment of my salvation. Thank You for the gift of this day, thank You for changing hearts and bringing about changes within homes that will change future generations. Help us see how our own participants has a direct impact on the souls of others. Bless this day, watch over us and may we be a pleasing offering in Your site. In Jesus name, Amen.
Mary, Our Lady of Tenderness, Pray for us.
St Joesph, Most Strong Pray for us.
Viva Cristo Rey
Greater is He that is in me than he that is in the world. 1 John 4:4b
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