Given to You – Matthew 10:17-22 Reflection
Sometimes, our opinions will show in faith-based conversations rather than allow the Holy Spirit to speak through us. The truth of the situation does not come out clearly, and our insufficient words offer limited guidance. The solution, which is easier said than done, is to avoid losing attentiveness to God when distracted. Taking a breath to remember the Spirit before we verbalize will enable us to be present for others, even in the worst times. Peace, comfort, and compassion can then elevate the gift of intuition given to you. Faith-based conversations then become a mingling of the human and divine that God intends.
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Additional Christmastide Reflections
Matthew 10:17-22 – Scripture*
17 Beware of them, for they will hand you over to councils and flog you in their synagogues; 18 and you will be dragged before governors and kings because of me, as a testimony to them and the Gentiles. 19 When they hand you over, do not worry about how you are to speak or what you are to say; for what you are to say will be given to you at that time; 20 for it is not you who speak, but the Spirit of your Father speaking through you. 21 Brother will betray brother to death, and a father his child, and children will rise against parents and have them put to death; 22 and you will be hated by all because of my name. But the one who endures to the end will be saved.
Additional Thoughts
Thank you for meditating on this Gospel and reading this Lectio Divina on Matthew 10:17-22 Reflection – Given to You.
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Prayer for young families:
Lord, let the young families of our communities experience your joy, peace, comfort, and love despite worldly distractions. Amen
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*This site has permission to use the New Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition (NRSVCE) Bible Matthew 10 passage.
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