Look beyond

Blessed are those who hear the word of God and observe it. (Luke 11:28)

An excerpt from today’s reflection from the Word Among Us Magazine, on the feast of the common of the Blessed Virgin Mary. 10-10-20

This reflection has helped me realise that Gods plan for us, and His steadfast guidance and love should be at the forefront of our thoughts and all we do. This inner disposition grants peace, courage, wisdom and grace.

Blessed is everyone who, like Mary, looks beyond human success or apparent failure and sees the kingdom of God at work. It’s easy to feel good about Jesus when the crowds are cheering him and God appears to be with him. Similarly, we might assume God is happy with us when all is going well in our lives. But then, when hardship or betrayal strikes, we wonder if God has abandoned us. But Jesus’ life, and his words today, teach us that God is at work even when we seem abandoned.

No matter what happens in your life, you can still hear his word and embrace it. Try to keep your eyes fixed on your heavenly Father. Try to see your life through his eyes. Let Mary show you that being blessed doesn’t mean life will always go your way. Even if today ends up being the worst day ever, know that God has a word for you and a plan for you”

“Come, Holy Spirit, and open my eyes! Help me to see Jesus in every situation today.

Our Home, His Home

I feel blessed to have a home, and be able to reflect on Gods goodness and mercy in it.

How wonderful and beautiful it must be to dwell in the Lords house.

May He dwell in our lives and in our homes today, and always, as we reflect on his goodness.

Psalm 83 (84)
Longing for the Lord’s temple

They are happy who dwell in your house, Lord.
How delightful is your dwelling-place, Lord of hosts!
My soul is weak with longing for the courts of your palace.
My heart and my body rejoice in the living God.
Even the sparrow finds itself a home,
the swallow a nest to raise her young –
in your altars, O Lord,
Lord of strength, my king and my God.
Blessed are they who dwell in your house:
they will praise you for ever.