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I.Paul writes to the Disciples of Jesus in Rome, “…. May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace…” How? As you meditate on these sentences from Paul, see if you notice why Paul suggests “joy” and … Continue reading
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VII.Do you think we can agree that Paul believes we “are justified,” or at the very least can be “justified”? What do you think about that? How do you feel about that? Do you really think and feel “justified” and … Continue reading
I.This week we continue our reflections on faith. Let’s start with the first phrase in this week’s focus passage – “Therefore, since we are justified by faith, we have …..” As you spend time with this passage, take note of … Continue reading
VII.Today listen as Paul tells us – “For the kingdom of God is not food and drink but righteousness and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit. The one who serves Christ in this way is acceptable to God and … Continue reading
I.In every convent there are at least two sides. As you take time to reflect on this passage, notice the two sides of this covenant – (1) What the prophet speaks of God doing; and (2) what the actions of … Continue reading
VII.Let’s look once again at Isaiah’s words about the coming “new heavens and … new earth.” Notice those words which describe the kind of life people will have in this Kingdom of God. VIII.Isaiah 65:17-25 (NRSVue) For I am about … Continue reading
I.Let’s look at two statements that begin and end this passage – For I am about to create new heavens and a new earth;…They shall not hurt or destroy on all my holy mountain, says the Lord. In this “new heavens” and “new … Continue reading
VII.The people are told to “Depart” and at the same time, For you shall not go out in haste, and you shall not go in flight, How are they to “ … go out …”? VIII.Isaiah 52:7-12 (NRSVue) How beautiful upon … Continue reading
I.With this week’s Scripture focus, we begin paying attention to a set of Scriptures which focus on the Reign of God/Kingdom of God. We will first turn our attention to several of the Hebrew prophets, then to the New Testament … Continue reading
VII.As you spend time with these paragraphs today, take note of what you hear about the “Advocate.” VIII.John 14:15-29 (New Revised Standard Version) “If you love me, you will keep my commandments. And I will ask the Father, and he … Continue reading