Further scripture meditation:

“The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom do I fear?  The Lord is my life’s refuge; of whom am I afraid?” (Psalm 27:1)

“God, I praise your promise; in you I trust, I do not fear.  What can mere flesh do to me?” (Psalm 56:5).

“O Most High, when I am afraid, in You I place my trust” (Psalm 56:3-4).

“Though war be ( Read more... )

Holy Spirit, please give me the motivation to take care of my body as I should, as it is the temple in which you reside.  Help me realize that I am not a spirit trapped in a body, but that my spirit and body are united as one.  I offer my whole self to You-body, mind, and spirit.  In all I do throughout the day, help me to glorify you with my body ( Read more... )

So... I wasn't very good at posting my reflections/prayers each week. But I did write them. I figured since they aren't advent-exclusive, some people may still want to read them. Here is one about Mary which I wrote December 12, the feast of our Lady of Guadalupe. It was the same week as the feast of Immaculate Conception.

Mary’s TrustLord Jesus ( Read more... )