Thursday, January 23, 2025

Mark 3:7-12

Saint Vincent, Deacon, Martyr and Saint Marianne Cope, Virgin

We are on a journey this day, with people coming from everywhere. Even a group of people who had an unclean spirit came to him and shouted, “You are the Son of Man.”  He warned them because He did not want to be known.

Lord God, let us remember that we are here to do Your will, whatever that may involve. Help us to be partners with You so we can build the Kingdom of God on this earth. Thank You to all those people who are part of my life. Continue to bless us as we journey with You.

Wednesday, January 22, 2025

Mark 3:1-6

In our Gospel reading today, we hear Jesus asking the Pharisees a simple question, but they did not want to answer it. They were trying to find a reason to kill Him. He healed the man’s hand, which was against the law on the Sabbath. Jesus ministers out of compassion and humbleness of heart.

Lord, help us to be like You and do good for all the people we come into contact with. Give us the gift of discernment to minister to those we are in contact with. Let us be open to Your Spirit, who can lead and guide us while we are doing ministry.

Tuesday, January 21, 2025

Mark 2:23-28

Saint Anges, Virgin, Martyr

In our readings today, we hear of keeping the Sabbath holy. Do you keep the Sabbath holy, or do you observe it? It was a lot easier when I was growing up, but now it is a bit more difficult. God, in His wisdom, knows that it would not be easy, but He gives us the opportunity to make the Sabbath Holy if we want. How do you keep the Sabbath?

Lord God, thank You for giving us the Sabbath to keep holy. Help us to step away from the busyness of our lives and spend sacred time with You. Jesus, help us to always remember that You are not just a part of our lives but, at the very center, as important as anything else we hold dear.