Reflection on Luke 15:3-7 ~
Interiorly, when we admit we are sinners, then become restless in our desert until we are found and forgiven is one of the signs of a maturing Christian. A great leap forward is when we recognize a reduction in the painful quality and quantity of our sins. To suffer in the pain of minor transgressions while feeling large is a significant indicator. Other signs include joy within and without when we feel the weight of sin lifted from our shoulders. Near the end of the spectrum is when we have absolute certainty that our heavenly loved ones and all of Divinity rejoices for us.
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Additional Ordinary Time Reflections
Luke 15:3-7 – Scripture (NRSV Bible)
The Parable of the Lost Sheep
3 So he told them this parable: 4 “Which one of you, having a hundred sheep and losing one of them, does not leave the ninety-nine in the wilderness and go after the one that is lost until he finds it? 5 When he has found it, he lays it on his shoulders and rejoices. 6 And when he comes home, he calls together his friends and neighbors, saying to them, ‘Rejoice with me, for I have found my sheep that was lost.’ 7 Just so, I tell you, there will be more joy in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous persons who need no repentance.
.Additional Thoughts
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Prayer for young families:
Lord, let the young families of our communities get to know your joy, peace, comfort, and love despite the world’s distractions.
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