Daily Retreat 11/08/08
2008 Nov 8 Sat: Ordinary Weekday/ BVM
Phil 4: 10-19/ Ps 111(112): 1b-2. 5-6. 8a and 9/ Lk 16: 9-15
From today’s readings: “I can do all things through Him who strengthens me.... Blessed the man who fears the Lord.... No man can serve two masters....”
Strength for Everything
Phil. 4:13 has been a personal favorite scripture verse since my youth, when I came across this translation, "I can do all things in Him who strengthens me." Paul, and all of the martyrs, certainly proved the truth of this ambitious claim!
Like all sweeping assertions, a little nuance is needed to capture the insight correctly. In what things does Christ strengthen us? In every matter that pertains to living God's will faithfully. So, when faced with problems in life, the crucial thing is to discern God's direction, because we have no right to expect divine assistance in selfish and misguided efforts. On the other hand, when we are committed to following God's will, then He will help us persevere in spite of difficulties and overcome all obstacles, leading us to join Paul in rejoicing!
Phil 4: 10-19/ Ps 111(112): 1b-2. 5-6. 8a and 9/ Lk 16: 9-15
From today’s readings: “I can do all things through Him who strengthens me.... Blessed the man who fears the Lord.... No man can serve two masters....”
Strength for Everything
Phil. 4:13 has been a personal favorite scripture verse since my youth, when I came across this translation, "I can do all things in Him who strengthens me." Paul, and all of the martyrs, certainly proved the truth of this ambitious claim!
Like all sweeping assertions, a little nuance is needed to capture the insight correctly. In what things does Christ strengthen us? In every matter that pertains to living God's will faithfully. So, when faced with problems in life, the crucial thing is to discern God's direction, because we have no right to expect divine assistance in selfish and misguided efforts. On the other hand, when we are committed to following God's will, then He will help us persevere in spite of difficulties and overcome all obstacles, leading us to join Paul in rejoicing!
posted by FrPitstick | 11/07/2008
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