Daily Thoughts - Grace
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"I have received full payment and I abound. I am very well supplied because of what I received from you through Epaphroditus, "a fragrant aroma," an acceptable sacrifice, pleasing to God. My God will fully supply whatever you need, in accord with his glorious riches in Christ Jesus." Philippians 4:18-19
I sit with Paul as he writes this letter, he is in prison, a captive of the Roman's and a slave to Christ. His journey with Christ has changed, he accepts all things as a gift from God. He does not sit in his pity or woe, or wishes for something better. He reflects upon his journey with God, where He had taken him and the gifts that were given along the way.
The troubles that he perceived at the time turned out to be blessings in disguise. Sometimes in our lives we ask God "why", only later do we find out there is an abundance of riches. Consider all things to glorify God. The challenge we have is taking the time to sit and consider the journey. To bring God into the conversation, to walk with Him daily.
Paul found this joy, I as well have found this joy and each day He reveals the blessings, the grace that is being poured out in the sufferings of the Body. Be at peace where ever you are at, God has purpose in it. He will get you through it just as He did Paul.
Dear Father, Paul from a distance heard the cry of the poor, he seen the deception of the devil. In his solitude he had time to pray with his thoughts. Give us the grace to sit with You and be joyful in all circumstances. May we recognize the tears as blessings in disguise. Thank You Father for reaching hearts that are aching, cold and miserable not knowing. Bless this day and all it has to offer, may we be an acceptable offer in Your sight. Hallelujah❤️
Mary, Our Lady of Sorrows, Pray for us.
St Joesph, Most Ardent, Pray for us.
Greater is He that is in me than he that is in the world. 1 John 4:4b
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