Here is another great reflection from todays gospel and the Word Among us. God reassures us time and time again, as he did with the apostle Paul, that we can take courage in and amidst everything happening around us and being open to his call is the best response when we are anxious or worried about our journey or the future!
Here is that excerpt from todays reflection in the Word among us magazine:
“Jesus’ words can echo to us as well, wherever we are. If you are a young person anxiously contemplating your future, Jesus says, “Take courage, I know where you will be.” If you are a parent worried about your child, Jesus says, “Take courage, I am with your child.” If your spouse is confronting a difficult health diagnosis, Jesus tells you, “Take courage, I will not abandon you.” No matter who you are, Jesus says, “I know the future, and I will be with you.”
Jesus’ words may not diminish the gravity of your situation or change your circumstances, but they do carry grace. This grace gives you strength and the reassurance that God’s hand is on your life. It tells you that Someone who loves you with unfathomable love is walking with you through all the uncertainty.
Today, let Jesus speak these words to you. Ask him to fill you with grace, to encourage you, and to strengthen and comfort you. Whatever you are facing, whatever uncertainties lie ahead, take courage. Jesus is your strength. He holds your future in his hands.
“Jesus, help me to have courage to face the uncertainties ahead.”
Psalm 16:1-2, 5, 7-11
John 17:20-26
Keep safe, and take courage everyone! Our Lord is with us on every leg of our journey. 🌿☀️
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