James 5:7-8
January 21, 2024
FEAST OF SAINTS VINCENT PALOTTI AND VINCENT OF SARAGOSSA – 22nd JANUARY
January 22, 2024
THE 21st OF JANUARY
OUR FOCUS SHOULD BE ON THE THINGS OF HEAVEN, NOT ON THOSE OF THE EARTH
If then you were raised with Christ, seek those things which are above, where Christ is, sitting at the right hand of God. Set your mind on things above, not on things on the earth. Colossians 3:1-2
As darkness continues to increase on earth, we are facing more and more wickedness. We can become overwhelmed and be defeated, or we can choose to “think about things from above” and be victorious. When we begin to praise the Lord for what He has already done for us and for the “full half of the glass,” we move our attention from what upsets us, to Jesus, who has the solution, and allow the Holy Spirit to show us what to do.
If we seek to grow in the knowledge of our Lord, by studying the Bible, by focusing our attention and our thoughts on God’s kingdom, and not on this world, our spirit will not only remain alive but will continue to grow, taking more and more control over our lives. Only by doing so, can we become what God intended us to be in the first place. God created us to be spiritual beings who have a soul and live in a body, led by the spirit in unity with the Holy Spirit, who teaches and leads us into all truth, just as Jesus said He would.
SUGGESTED PRAYER
My beloved Lord, please help me to give you more of my mind, heart, and all that I am. Let Your light guide me upon Your right path. Please help me not to fall into the trap of evil thoughts, but to fight against any discouragement, sadness, grief or worry by setting my eyes upon You. Teach me how to truly praise You, and please remind me of all the wonderful things that you have already done for me to remain in Your peace, which exceeds all understanding. Amen
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