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Be satisfied with the Food that comes from above and do not give free reign to your earthly appetites….
John 4:32 But he said to them, “I have food to eat of which you do not know.”
“My beloved, be satisfied with the Food that comes from above and do not give free reign to your earthly appetites. Let the will of God and the Bread of Life sustain you and strengthen [...]
Posted: November 8th, 2007 under Detachment, Discipline, Eucharist.
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My children who bear my name must be a sign in every age that the kingdom of God is in their midst…
Titus 2:11-12 For the grace of God has appeared, saving all and training us to reject godless ways and worldly desires and to live temperately, justly, and devoutly in this age.
“My child, you too are called to live temperately, justly and devoutly. My children who bear my name must be a sign [...]
Posted: September 10th, 2007 under Children of God, Detachment.
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What folly to worship something that can only serve the body!
Hebrews 13:9b It is good to have our hearts strengthened by grace and not by foods, which do not benefit those who live by them.
“My child, it is by grace that you are strengthened. Food can strengthen the body, but if food is abused it will weaken the soul. If it is [...]
Posted: May 23rd, 2007 under Detachment, Discipline, Gratitude.
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Rest your head upon my breast and let the sweet music of my heart be all you desire…
Hebrews 13:5 Let your life be free from love of money but be content with what you have.
“My child, do you trust me?”
Lord of all, Creator and Sustainer of all things, I do trust in you!
“Then child, there must be no room for worry in your heart. Rest [...]
Posted: May 15th, 2007 under Abandonment, Detachment.
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How few today understand that joy does not come with possessions, but in being possessed by God…
Proverbs 17: 1 Better a dry crust with peace than a house full of feasting with strife.
“My child, how few today understand that joy does not come with possessions, but in being possessed by God. St. Clare* understood this well and was filled to overflowing with the goods of heaven. But first she needed to [...]
Posted: February 26th, 2007 under Detachment, Peace, Poor.
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Overturn the tables of your heart…
John 3:14 He found in the temple area those who sold oxen, sheep, and doves, as well as the money-changers seated there.
“My beloved, so often my children are distracted, led astray by what the world has to offer. But I tell you, what the world offers cannot save. Overturn the tables of your heart, child. [...]
Posted: January 19th, 2007 under Detachment.
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