DAILY THOUGHTS: Daily Thoughts

Saturday, April 15, 2023

Daily Thoughts - He is risen.

"He said to them, "Go into the whole world and proclaim the gospel to every creature." Mark‬ ‭16‬:‭15‬

"So they called them back and ordered them not to speak or teach at all in the name of Jesus. Peter and John, however, said to them in reply, "Whether it is right in the sight of God for us to obey you rather than God, you be the judges. It is impossible for us not to speak about what we have seen and heard." After threatening them further, they released them, finding no way to punish them, on account of the people who were all praising God for what had happened." Acts‬ ‭4‬:‭18‬-‭21‬

Peter's witness. Unjustly held for doing God's will, Peter displays the love of Christ. His proclamation of the living Christ isn't in words, it is in actions. He has experienced the love of God, he has felt the pain of denying Him and he has experienced forgiveness. This is the gospel message, repent and believe. Peter's salvation is on display, it speaks to his total commitment in times of adversity and upon whom he depends upon for the outcome.

"Preach the gospel at all times and use words if necessary." A quote attributed to St Francis. God's Word convicts us to live a better life, to give witness to its saving power. What does "my" witness say about "my" salvation and who "I" belong to.

Have a blessed day, never forget we are an Easter people, St Peter gives us the example of how to live as an Easter people.

Dear Lord God, You know my witness and You know what needs to be said so it has the impact that You need. Thank You Father for speaking into the depths of my soul, I believe it will produce the effect that You are forming. Thank You Lord for the faithful witnesses of young souls receiving Your True Presence this morning. I ask this in the mighty name of Jesus, Amen.

Mary, Out Lady of Victory, Pray for us.

St Joesph, Head of the Holy Family, Pray for us.

St Ignatius, Pray for us.

St Patrick, Pray for us.