Tag Archives: authenticity
Finding Strength in God’s Words: A Reflection
This morning several passages caused me to stop as I did the daily office. I will read them as they brought meaning to me. This is not necessarily how they appeared in the liturgy. it is how they gave me … Continue reading
Living the Law is Living Love and Righteousness
Our readings for Wednesday in the Third Week of Lent comes from Deuteronomy 4:5-10, and Matthew 5:17-19. In Matthew, obeying the commands of God is paramount. Jesus says he has come to fulfill the law. Fulfilling the law says to … Continue reading
Forbidden Desires
As I open my Lectio 365 devotions these words hit me. I start to think about what could be a forbidden desire even before I start listening the devotion for the day. Immediately I say to myself, forbidden means hidden. … Continue reading
The promises of a faithful God.
The passage reflects on the transformational journey of Abram, who follows God’s direction into the unknown, representing a new beginning. It emphasizes the importance of setting meaningful goals and seeking fulfillment in life. Trusting in God’s promises allows for a life of joy, contentment, and the ability to bless others. Continue reading
God Knows My Name – I am God’s Design
For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well. My frame was not hidden from you when I … Continue reading
Being Called to a Life of Sacredness
For this is the will of God, your sanctification: that you abstain from sexual immorality; 4 that each one of you know how to control your own body in holiness and honor, 5 not with lustful passion, like the gentiles … Continue reading
For God’s Sake: following the example of Paul
Because our message of the gospel came to you not in word only but also in power and in the Holy Spirit and with full conviction; just as you know what kind of persons we proved to be among you … Continue reading
The Authenticity of Worship
For God alone my soul in silence waits; *from him comes my salvation. He alone is my rock and my salvation, *my stronghold, so that I shall not be shaken.In God is my safety and my honor; psalm 62:1, 7 … Continue reading
Remember who we are: Preserve our Heritage and Identity
Now keep this in mind: it was you, not your children, who saw and experienced firsthand all the lessons the Eternal your God taught you. So let what I’m saying sink deeply into your hearts and souls. Do whatever it … Continue reading
Walking in the light: Embracing Authenticity
The text emphasizes the importance of authenticity in the Christian faith, likening counterfeit Christians to fake currency. It highlights that true believers must live in accordance with truth and light, actively questioning their faith and intentions. Ultimately, it calls for integrity, self-assessment, and a commitment to following God’s guiding light. Continue reading
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