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| House of Angel Sealtiel 2ND FLOOR PVC PANEL December 17, 2024 |
When the Jews from Jerusalem
sent priests and Levites
to him to ask him,
“Who are you?”
he admitted and did not deny it,
but admitted,
“I am not the Christ.”
(John 1:19-20)
John the Baptist and Jesus Christ had a special relationship. They were related by blood, as John’s mother Elizabeth and Jesus’ mother Mary were cousins. They were also related by purpose, as John was sent by God to prepare the way for Jesus’ ministry. John recognized Jesus as the Messiah, the Son of God, and the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world. John also humbly acknowledged that Jesus was greater than him, and that he must decrease while Jesus must increase. John was faithful to his mission until the end, even when he faced persecution and imprisonment. Jesus praised him as the greatest among those born of women. John the Baptist is an example of a courageous and devoted servant of God, who fulfilled his role as a witness and a forerunner of Jesus Christ.
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| House of Angel Sealtiel CONSTRUCTION December 17, 2019 |
The spirit of the Lord God is upon me, because the Lord has anointed me; he has sent me to bring glad tidings to the poor, to heal the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives and release to the prisoners, to announce a year of favor from the Lord and a day of vindication by our God.
(Isaiah 61:1-2)
As followers of Christ, we have a personal relationship with Him, based on faith, love, and obedience. It means to believe in His death and resurrection as the only way to be saved from sin and to receive eternal life. It means to love Him with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength, and to love others as ourselves. It means to obey His commands and teachings, and to follow His example of humility, service, and sacrifice. It means to live in the hope and joy of His presence, and to look forward to His return.
My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord; my spirit rejoices in God my savior. (Luke 1:46-47)
My soul rejoices in my God. To rejoice in God means to feel joy or delight in the Lord, and to celebrate his presence and his works in our lives. It is a command and a choice that we can make, regardless of our circumstances, because God is always good and faithful. Rejoicing in God is also a fruit of the Spirit, a result of being filled with his love and power. Rejoicing in God can help us overcome anxiety, fear, and doubt, and experience his peace and joy.
Rejoice always. Pray without ceasing. In all circumstances give thanks, for this is the will of God for you in Christ Jesus. (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18)
Let us always maintain a constant communication with God, and to be aware of His presence and His will in every situation. This is by way of having a prayerful attitude and a readiness to talk to God at any time. Praying without ceasing is a way of expressing our dependence on God, our gratitude for His blessings, and our desire for His guidance. Praying without ceasing is also a way of resisting temptation, overcoming worry, and growing in faith.
Lord Jesus, You are the Christ, the Son of the living God. You are the way, the truth and the life. You are the light that shines in the darkness. It is You who made me to be who I am and what I am today. You are a brother and a friend. In You, I became a child of God. I rejoice in You O Lord my God and Savior. Thank You so much for being everything to me. Amen.
Pericope:
I: Prologue
PROLOGUE
John 1:1-18
III: Return of the First Captives
THE MISSION OF THE AFFLICTED
Isaiah 61:1-11
II: The Infancy Narrative
THE CANTICLE OF MARY
Luke 1:46-56
III: Specific Exhortations
CHURCH ORDER
1 Thessalonians 5:16-24
Reflection Source:
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Published:
December 17, 2023, 9:40 AM