But I call upon God: and the Lord will save me! Evening and morning and at noon He will deliver my soul. God has heard our call,… Read more “Monday Psalms, Psalm 55 (54)”
Tag: Cross
The darkest hour of the darkest day
“It is finished”Earth’s darkest hourWhere is death’s victory? Pierced and hangedFlame snuffed in mocking ignominyUndeservedly for my sins Unwavering obedienceAnd unending loveCombined for sacramental grace From the… Read more “The darkest hour of the darkest day”
How can I be?
To say that I am Your soncannot be a boast of my positionnor hold any air of superiority.Or judgment. In fact the only means by whichI can… Read more “How can I be?”
Monday Psalms, Psalm 31 (30)
Yes, You are my rock and my fortress … into Your hand I commend my spirit. Christ, our solid rock, prayed these words from the Cross. Surrendering… Read more “Monday Psalms, Psalm 31 (30) “
Sunday readings reflection: The true Christian life
Readings for September 12, 2021 Isaiah 50:4-9Psalm 116:1-6, 8-9James 2:14-18Mark 8:27-35 http://www.usccb.org/bible/readings/ I have heard the false promises of a worldly peace. And being honest I have… Read more “Sunday readings reflection: The true Christian life”
Monday Psalms, Psalm 22 (21)
My God, my God, why have You forsaken me? The words of Christ on the Cross. Words of lament to begin the Psalm but a plea for… Read more “Monday Psalms, Psalm 22 (21)”
Your Cross
When will I know?When will I understand?Your Cross It is every assurance you giveIt is every lesson you teachYour Cross You bid me comeYou bid me pick… Read more “Your Cross”
Deny your comfort and pick up your cross
Readings for August 30, 2020 Jeremiah 20:7-9 Psalm 63:2-6, 8-9 Romans 12:1-2 Matthew 16:21-27 http://www.usccb.org/bible/readings/ We, as Christians, extol the meaning of Christ’s sacrifice on the Cross.… Read more “Deny your comfort and pick up your cross”
3PM
“It is finished” Earth’s darkest hour Where is death’s victory? Pierced and hanged Flame snuffed in mocking ignominy Undeservedly for my sins But unwavering obedience And unending… Read more “3PM”
The Sign
Only one sign Not the stars Nor the weather report Not the economic indicators Nor the political landscape The world’s signs Are the lies of concupiscence The… Read more “The Sign”