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Today’s Theme for Prayer – God Chooses to Make Me
Wis 11:21-27
For great strength is always present with you; who can resist the might of your arm? Indeed, before you the whole universe is like a grain from a balance, or a drop of morning dew come down upon the earth. But you have mercy on all, because you can do all things; and you overlook sins for the sake of repentance. For you love all things that are and loathe nothing that you have made; for you would not fashion what you hate. How could a thing remain, unless you willed it; or be preserved, had it not been called forth by you? But you spare all things, because they are yours, O Ruler and Lover of souls, for your imperishable spirit is in all things!
Grace Prayed For
Forgiveness: The passage highlights God’s willingness to forgive. Pray for the grace to forgive yourself and others, letting go of resentment and bitterness and embracing the healing power of forgiveness.
More Than Forgiveness: The Transforming Grace of Repentance
“For you love all things that are and loathe nothing that you have made.” This statement resounds with a universal love that knows no bounds. God, as the Creator, cherishes all of creation, holding each and every being in existence within the embrace of His love. This is a love that transcends our human understanding, a love that sees beyond our flaws and imperfections, recognizing the inherent goodness within each of us.
The Gift of Existence:
“How could a thing remain, unless you willed it; or be preserved, had it not been called forth by you?” These words remind us that our very existence is a gift from God. We are held in being by His loving will, sustained by His constant care. This realization evokes a sense of gratitude and awe, prompting us to marvel at the miracle of our own lives.
A Spirit of Mercy:
“But you spare all things, because they are yours, O Ruler and Lover of souls, for your imperishable spirit is in all things!” Here, we encounter the heart of God’s mercy. He spares us, not because we deserve it, but because we are His. His love is not conditional on our perfection, but rather extends to us in our brokenness and frailty. This is the love that calls us to repentance, not through fear or condemnation, but through an invitation to return to the source of our being, to the One who loves us without reservation.
Repentance as a Homecoming:
In light of this passage, repentance takes on a new meaning. It is not merely a turning away from sin, but a turning towards God, a homecoming to the heart of the One who loves us unconditionally. It is a response to His mercy, an acceptance of His forgiveness, and a surrender to His transforming grace.
Reflection:
This passage invites us to reflect on our own understanding of repentance. Do we see it as a burden or a gift? Do we approach God with fear or with trust? Do we truly believe in the depths of His love and mercy?
As we meditate on these truths, we can experience a profound shift in our relationship with God. We can move from a place of fear and guilt to a place of love and acceptance. We can embrace repentance as an opportunity to draw closer to God, to experience the fullness of His love, and to be transformed by His grace.
A Prayer:
Lord, thank you for your boundless love and mercy. Help me to see myself as you see me, a beloved child held in the embrace of your love. Grant me the grace of true repentance, a turning away from sin and a turning towards you. Fill me with your Spirit, that I may live in the fullness of your love and grace. Amen.
Growing in Intimacy with Jesus
Recognizing the Father’s Love: This passage reveals a God who loves all of creation unconditionally. This is the same love that Jesus embodies and reveals throughout his ministry. By understanding the Father’s boundless love, we gain a deeper appreciation for the love that Jesus offers us.
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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 acquaintances, 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 age
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