At times, we can feel overwhelmed by seeming impossible demands on our lives. In today’s Gospel, the disciples also felt overwhelmed with the thought of feeding the huge crowd.
In recent years, I have begun a deliverance ministry and have been surprised and overwhelmed with the flood of requests for deliverance. I have two steps that enable me to cope. First, I focus on helping one person at a time. Second, I daily commend my ministry to the Lord.
The first is a good coping technique. The second was the lesson the disciples learned with the multiplication of the loaves. By themselves, they were not able to feed all the people. But, with the help of Jesus, they could do the impossible.
Whether one is overwhelmed with the needs of one’s family, workplace or ministry, Jesus can make it all possible. Help one person at a time, and give it all to Jesus.
DAY TWENTY-SIX “Blessed and holy are those …” *** READ “Blessed and holy are those who share in the first resurrection. The second death has no power over them, but they will be priests of God and of Christ and will reign with Him for a thousand years.” Revelation 20:6 *** REFLECT Revelation 20 describes Satan’s imprisonment, the thousand-year reign of Jesus Christ, and Satan’s final defeat. While Christians interpret the details of this chapter differently, all agree that Jesus Christ will triumph. He will reign as King and exalt His people at His side. Satan experiences apparent victory now, but his deceit will end as he suffers God’s judgment for all eternity. Revelation 20 reminds us that God will eventually remove Satan forever, sealing the victory Jesus won at the cross. This year we will study sections of God’s Word about which devout Christians disagree. While we discuss, we do not have to divide. In unity, we can praise Jesus Christ and celebrate God’s victorious, redemptive power. For all who place their faith in Jesus as Lord, the promise of reigning with Christ for eternity gives us hope for today. *** PRAY Please pray for our upcoming study of Revelation: The Hope. Ask for God to make His Word clear to those who study by highlighting exactly what each individual needs to grasp. Pray for unity among members and leaders as we seek to make much of God’s glory through our study of His Word."
Sharing with you, "DAY TWENTY-SIX “Blessed and holy are those …” *** READ “Blessed and holy are those who share in the first resurrection. The second death has no power over them, but they will be priests of God and of Christ and will reign with Him for a thousand years.” Revelation 20:6 *** REFLECT Revelation 20 describes Satan’s imprisonment, the thousand-year reign of Jesus Christ, and Satan’s final defeat. While Christians interpret the details of this chapter differently, all agree that Jesus Christ will triumph. He will reign as King and exalt His people at His side. Satan experiences apparent victory now, but his deceit will end as he suffers God’s judgment for all eternity. Revelation 20 reminds us that God will eventually remove Satan forever, sealing the victory Jesus won at the cross. This year we will study sections of God’s Word about which devout Christians disagree. While we discuss, we do not have to divide. In unity, we can praise Jesus Christ and celebrate God’s victorious, redemptive power. For all who place their faith in Jesus as Lord, the promise of reigning with Christ for eternity gives us hope for today. *** PRAY Please pray for our upcoming study of Revelation: The Hope. Ask for God to make His Word clear to those who study by highlighting exactly what each individual needs to grasp. Pray for unity among members and leaders as we seek to make much of God’s glory through our study of His Word."
The key is to follow the Holy Spirit and live by His power in Galatians 5:16-18, "So I say, live by the Holy Spirit’s power. Then you will not do what your desires controlled by sin want you to do. The desires controlled by sin do not want what the Spirit delights in. And the Spirit does not want what the desires controlled by sin delight in. The two are at war with each other. That’s why you are not supposed to do whatever you want. But if you are led by the Spirit, you are not under the authority of the law!" *** A man from Baal Shalishah intended for one and God has planned for one hundred in 2 Kings 4:42-44, "A man came from Baal Shalishah. He brought the man of God (Elisha) 20 loaves of barley bread. They had been baked from the first grain that had ripened. The man also brought some heads of new grain. “Give this food to the people to eat,” Elisha said. “How can I put this in front of 100 men?” his servant asked. But Elisha answered, “Give it to the people to eat. Do it because the Lord says, ‘They will eat and have some left over.’ " Then the servant put the food in front of them. They ate it and had some left over. It happened just as the Lord had said it would!" *** Phillip thought half of a year's pay to feed 5000 and Jesus multiplied 5 loaves and 3 fish to feed 5000 in John 6:7-13! *** Why did Jesus test Philip when He knew what He was going to do? ******* What question is Jesus asking you today, "Where/what/how can we ....... for ....... to .......?"
I send a prayer every day a d some of the people send the prayer to other people so one prayereach day go to many people.
Prayer request for myself I need a miracle urgent emergency from the top of my head to my toes salvation for my children and grandchildren
Ruth I will pray for you and your family today during adoration. Set a good example they will come around, remember "God's ways are not our ways" Half of my children believe but the other half do not. Although my youngest daughter asked me if I would be her first child Hendricks Godfather, and her 2nd child Myla was baptized last month. Hang in there. Ken
Ruth, God is in the business of miracles since the beginning of time :-) Jeremiah 32:27, "The Lord said, “I am the Lord. I am the God of all people. Is anything too hard for Me?” *** Proverbs 3:5-8, "Trust in the Lord with all your heart. Do not depend on your own understanding. In all your ways obey Him. Then He will make your paths smooth and straight. Don’t be wise in your own eyes. Have respect for the Lord and avoid evil. That will bring health to your body. It will make your bones strong!" Amen!!!
Good morning Ruth, I hear the pain in your words, but do not let your heart be troubled. Trust in the Lord Jesus and have faith that He will never abandon us. It’s in my own family and I have given it up to God and His Almighty Plan for Humanity.
Good morning LFF Praying for all your intentions.
For Bill & Sarah, I know you are both very worried and praying for a good outcome. I/we will also keep you and your loved ones in our prayers. Know that God is with them every step, and may he calm your fear's.
Lord please hear our prayers and bring your light to all those experiencing natural disasters, as well as those in Haiti, the Middle East, Ukraine, Russia, Darfur, the Sudan, and all those suffering around the world - also for their strength, courage and resilience to continue walking in faith. Send them your light. Father in Heaven, have mercy on us and on the whole world! You sent Your Son, the Prince of Peace, for the salvation of the world. We pray that the Peace of Christ will reign in Haiti, the Middle East, Ukraine, Russia, Darfur and Sudan. Please protect and send aid to those in need and all who are at-risk. We pray for peace and rebuilding– we who are working towards it and for all those who are suffering or in danger from conflicts. We pray for an end to violence, war and environmental destruction – we pray for wisdom for all leaders who have a hand in this. Lord God please help those in most need of thy mercy. Amen.
“At times, we can feel overwhelmed by seeming impossible demands on our lives.“ That opening line really resonates with me some days. LFF, please pray for my daughter in law’s mother, Susie. She was diagnosed with colorectal cancer recently and underwent surgery on Friday. She’s very anxious and worried about the path forward. My son, who is in the medical field said “She’s not a very good patient”. Let us pray for her medical team and the path forward is perfected by God’s plan, and that she may be comforted by the fact that Jesus has her in the palm of His divine hand.
Praying for Susie that the peace of God will transform her into a compliant patient in recovery! Philippians 4:7, "Then God’s peace will watch over your (Susie) hearts and your (her) minds. He will do this because you (Susie) belong to Christ Jesus. God’s peace can never be completely understood!" Amen!!!
Lifting your daughter in law’s Mother in prayer, Bill S. It must be a very difficult time for her and the whole family. Praying that Our Lord calms her fears and that she feels His presence in her path forward.
Bill I will keep you and your daughter's family and Susie in my prayers today. I will also pray for her caregiver to have patience with her. Ken
Thanks to your son for his service to our country, and also thanks to you and your family for supporting his decision to serve. May God bless you.
*** These verses speak to me today ✝️ *** Galatians 6:7-10, “Do not be deceived: God cannot be mocked. A man reaps what he sows. Whoever sows to please their flesh, from the flesh will reap destruction; whoever sows to please the Spirit, from the Spirit will reap eternal life. Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all people, especially to those who belong to the family of believers!” Amen ✝️ *** Listen to what Peter told us in 2 Peter 3:3-10, “Most importantly, I want to remind you that in the last days scoffers will come, mocking the truth and following their own desires. They will say, “What happened to the promise that Jesus is coming again? From before the times of our ancestors, everything has remained the same since the world was first created.” They deliberately forget that God made the heavens long ago by the Word of His command, and He brought the earth out from the water and surrounded it with water. Then He used the water to destroy the ancient world with a mighty flood. And by the same Word, the present heavens and earth have been stored up for fire. They are being kept for the day of judgment, when ungodly people will be destroyed. But you must not forget this one thing, dear friends: A day is like a thousand years to the Lord, and a thousand years is like a day. The Lord isn’t really being slow about His promise, as some people think. No, He is being patient for your sake. He does not want anyone to be destroyed, but wants everyone to repent. But the day of the Lord will come as unexpectedly as a thief. Then the heavens will pass away with a terrible noise, and the very elements themselves will disappear in fire, and the earth and everything on it will be found to deserve judgment!” Come, Lord Jesus ✝️
Good morning, I am feeling a little overwhelmed today as I am sending my oldest son off the Basic Training. I have never been away from him for more than 5 days and to think he will be gone for 7 months with all his training if overwhelming to me. I know he will do well and I am proud and excited for him. I have been praying to St. Michael to protect him. Also, praying for others that feel overwhelmed, this is a busy time and f year.
Oh how proud you must be for your son, Sarah! What a selfless endeavor he has chosen to pursue. Praying for him and for you, devoted Mother. Respect and Gratitude.
Sarah I will pray for you and your son today at adoration hour. I was a combat marine in Vietnam during the late 60s, not a good reception when we returned home. VickyG your story about fort Benning was inspiring. My friend Terry drove herself to mass this morning, I met her there,received a welcome from many of her former friends. Also may have another neighbor who will call me for eucharist delivery in the morning. Please Continue to pray for the souls in purgatory and those souls who have no one to pray for them. Jane you will be in my prayers today, and I am still not a robot. Ken
Thank you for the prayers and word of encouragement. Vicki G., His last assignment is 2 weeks at Ft. Moore for paratrooper school. Your response was a blessing from God, it calmed my heart.
Sarah, we live in a military town. Unlike any other profession when the young and old who serve or will serve this country come to reside here at Fort Moore (formerly Fort Benning in Columbus GA) the community recognizes these boys and men as our heroes. They are respected and loved. Many of the residents are retired military. Many many times when they have leave someone will buy their meal for them, open doors for them, give them their seat on the bus or in a waiting line. Our children being away and in any job or place that can be perilous is a heavy burden but something I read the other day said “calm seas do not a good sailor make”. Our babies have to grow and grow in the Lord. Our churches here prays for our military men and women every single mass and service—-every church (and believe me there truly is a Baptist church on every corner). Our local quilt guilt also honors our military men and women through the Quilts of Valor program. Just yesterday we had an auditorium full of people for a presentation honoring on stage 7 for their service. Where ever your son will be now or stationed later may he carry the Spirit with Him and may he find the love of others. May God protect him as he protects us this one nation who is under God whether they want to be or not.
Praying for you, Sarah, and your son in Psalm 28:7, 56:3-4, “The Lord gives me strength. He is like a shield that keeps me safe. My heart trusts in Him, and He helps me. My heart jumps for joy. With my song I praise Him… When I’m afraid, I put my trust in You. I trust in God. I praise His Word. I trust in God. I am not afraid. What can mere people do to me?” And in Philippians 4:13, “ I can do all this by the power of Christ. He gives me strength!” Amen ♥️✝️♥️
Thank you Msgr Stephen...Sarah, as parents, it is natural to worry about parting with our children.... he will be fine when he gets there....trust wholeheartedly in the Lord and all will be well
Sarah, praying for your son's protection and strength!
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As we read the multiplication of loaves in today’s gospel, we must ponder the many and varied ways God has in fact multiplied our blessings, efforts, material goods, etc. Whether it is just enough to get by or abundance, we must trust that Christ is working in and through us to reach those around us. To truly multiply our faith’s word of God, we must not only be open to those close to us, but especially ready to share our faith and plant seeds with all peoples, at all times. I was once part of a deliverance ministry and wear a 3” St. Benedict Crucifix around my neck every day. It seems that this sacramental helps me multiply conversations every day about my faith. I am also a paid guitarist in the Diocese of Orange in California. I have many friends who play music, and frequent several types of music venues-even hard rock. It seems that God has led me to share my faith with those most would not. Since I came back to my faith 34 years ago, Jesus has multiplied my faith, courage, and willingness to share the Gospel with the outcasts of society. In other words, not “preaching to the choir”. God’s way are truly wondrous. I grew up in a neighborhood riddled with drug abusers, bikers, surfers and other. This experience has lead me to “be not afraid” and multiply my experience of God with the most unlikely!