|
Computer Cud Vatican II asks us to read the Bible every day, 'to have a burning love' for the Word of God Resolution |
|
This plan follows the Sunday liturgy: reading + psalm + reading + gospel From www.simplebible.info Previous R-R-P |
|
O Holy Spirit, please
guide me as I read these passages for today. |
Reading -
Reflection - Prayer
June 16, 2013
Readings for the 11th Sunday of the Year (C)
1st Reading: The prophet Nathan confronts King David about adultery and murder
Responsorial Psalm: Prayer asking for forgiveness
2nd Reading: External observance of laws is important, but more important is an observant heart
Gospel: Forgiveness of sins and great love go together
Reflection:
People can keep all of the Ten Commandments yet not have
much love in their hearts
....e.g. the religious leaders of Jesus' time.
Very often people who have trouble with some of the Ten Commandments have much
love in their hearts
...e.g. King David....and the woman in today's Gospel
Which is why Pope Francis recently said that being a genuine Christian is not just about externals (e.g. counting how many times I say certain prayers) but more importantly about a heart that has compassion for others
Prayer:
Dear Jesus, please let our Christianity be
a matter of the heart, not just a matter of external pracices
----------------
Comments welcome here