Tuesday of the First Week
When I pray, I remember Jesus’s words to his disciples, urging us to avoid the empty babble of skeptics who think their many words will make them heard. Instead, Jesus reassures us that our Father knows our needs even before we ask. This brings me comfort and focus, reminding me that prayer is about sincerity and connection rather than quantity. I follow his guidance and recite the Lord’s prayer: acknowledging God’s holiness, inviting His Kingdom and will on earth, seeking daily sustenance, and asking for forgiveness while forgiving others. This prayer is a reminder of the importance of humility and mercy. Jesus emphasizes the power of forgiveness. This principle resonates deeply with me, reinforcing the need to practice compassion and understanding in my relationships. By forgiving, I open myself to divine forgiveness and peace. The prayer concludes with a plea for guidance away from temptation and protection from evil, guiding me to live a life aligned with integrity. Through these teachings, I find a personal way to connect, centered on love, forgiveness, and trust.
Noreen Pigeon, Lector
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