Todays Scripture: The Lord Jesus appointed seventy-two disciples whom he sent ahead of him in pairs to every town and place he intended to visit. He said to them, “The harvest is abundant but the laborers are few; so ask the master of the harvest to send out laborers for his harvest. Go on your way; behold, I am sending you like lambs among wolves. Carry no money bag, no sack, no sandals; and greet no one along the way. Into whatever house you enter, first say, ‘Peace to this household.’ If a peaceful person lives there, your peace will rest on him; but if not, it will return to you. Stay in the same house and eat and drink what is offered to you, for the laborer deserves payment. Do not move about from one house to another. Whatever town you enter and they welcome you, eat what is set before you, cure the sick in it and say to them, ‘The Kingdom of God is at hand for you.’” Our Prayer: Lord Jesus, Rabbi, Teacher and Brother, Luke tells us your story. He stresses your miraculous outreach and sensitivity to people receiving Gods grace. As an apostle, he spread your good news to the ends of the world. He was sent, as you sent your disciples - as you send us today. You ask us to travel light, bringing little physical or emotional baggage which would limit the reception of your message. Lighten us, Lord, sometimes we travel with such heavy baggage. You ask us to be careful and discerning, aware that wolves do dress like sheep, even in your Church. You empower us to bring peace - your peace - to all we meet. Jesus, continue to pour forth your Spirit on us today that we might spread the good news of Gods unconditional and saving love and open people to your reign being so close and at hand. Transform us, Lord Jesus! Create your reign in the hearts of your people throughout the world! And be especially present to missionaries who share your good news in foreign lands. - Father Bob, LittleFlower.org
Posted on: Fri, 18 Oct 2013 11:49:20 +0000
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