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Psalm 139:13-14
You formed my inmost being; you knit me in my mother’s womb. I praise you, because I am wonderfully made; wonderful are your works! My very self you know.
Grace Prayed For: I pray for the following grace: to be more aware of how God is near; to trust in God’s personal care and love for me.
Reflection
Close your eyes. Take a deep breath, filling your lungs with the air around you. Feel the rise and fall of your chest, the steady rhythm of your own life force. Imagine yourself sinking back, back in time, before you were even born.
Step into the warm, safe haven of your mother’s womb. Feel the gentle sway of her movements, the muffled sounds of her heartbeat and breath. Imagine being bathed in a soft, amniotic glow, a world limited yet nurturing.
Now, feel a presence with you, not physically, but as a sense of immense care and attention. Imagine delicate, unseen hands shaping your features, knitting your muscles and bones, weaving your very being into existence. Feel the intricate details being formed, from the curve of your fingers to the spark in your eyes.
Suddenly, a burst of light! You emerge from the darkness, taking your first breath, experiencing the overwhelming sensations of the world outside. Imagine the warmth of your mother’s touch, the gentle cooing of her voice, welcoming you into life.
Open your eyes, carrying the echoes of this journey. Consider:
- What does it feel like to be held and formed with such care and attention, even before you were born?
- Imagine the wonder of your own body, the complexity of your being, knowing it was all meticulously crafted.
- How does this verse change your perspective on your own uniqueness and value?
Remember, this is not just a story of your physical beginnings, but a reminder of the constant presence and care that The Lord surrounds you with even now. Let this reflection guide you towards a deeper appreciation for the wonder that is you, a masterpiece woven into existence by God, who desires nothing more than to share his love with you.
Sharing
Jesus last words on Earth were to his disciples, can be found in Matthew Chap 28 when Jesus told his disciples,”Then Jesus approached and said to them, “All power in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, until the end of the age.”
Jesus calls all of us to share in his redemptive mission here on Earth. I would ask you to share this Scripture reflection with your family, your friends and your acquaintences, and then share it with a couple of individuals that you may may not be comfortable sharing with, keeping in mind always the words of Jesus, And behold, I am with you always, until the end of the a
Scripture Reflection February 21, 2024
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