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Paranormal UK Radio Network
Scary Eire - Unusual and Unexplained

Paranormal UK Radio Network

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2025 53:38 Transcription Available


This Episode - find out all about the UNUSUAL andUNEXPLAINED survey being carried out by academic Margaret McGrogan and how you can take part.Also the subject of buzzword ParaUnity ...is it a good or bad concept?t Mark gives his take on it as well as regular contributors.Find out how PJ of Pucavogue paranormal got on on his ghostly investigations  trip to the U.S.Jenny from Emerald Isle pops in and introducing  newcomer, Eugene of Afterlife paranormal.Author Tara Moore has the story of -The Little Child - and we've some sad news on the passing of one of our recent guests and how SCARY EIRE intends to honor him. If you'd like to take part in the free and totally confidential  Unusual and Unexplained survey simply google that title with the words Galway University. yBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/paranormal-uk-radio-network--4541473/support.

Joni and Friends Radio

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Community Bible Church of Highlands
Profound: A Little Child

Community Bible Church of Highlands

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2025 45:44


When the disciples asked Jesus who was the greatest in the kingdom of heaven, they expected a lesson on power, position, and privilege. Instead, Jesus called a little child to stand among them and delivered one of His most counter-cultural teachings: unless we change and become like little children, we will never enter the kingdom of heaven. This profound moment challenges us to examine what we've lost in our pursuit of adulthood; the innocence, teachability, humility, and wonder that characterize a child's heart.

Grace for My Home | Christian Moms, Growing in Faith, Spirit-Led, Hearing from God, Sowing Truth
The Heavenly Qualities of a Little Child

Grace for My Home | Christian Moms, Growing in Faith, Spirit-Led, Hearing from God, Sowing Truth

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2025 30:07 Transcription Available


Text me a message! I would love to hear from you!Read the Blog Post for this episode HERE: The Heavenly Qualities of a Little ChildMentioned in this episode: Dealing with Anger as a Mom: My StoryWhat did Jesus mean when He said we must “become like little children” to enter the kingdom of heaven?In this episode, we look at the heavenly qualities found in a child's heart—faith, humility, joy, and wonder—and how these traits reveal what God values most.When life feels complicated or faith feels heavy, God calls us back to simplicity… to trust, to believe, and to rest in His love like a child again.Join me as we look at Matthew 18 and rediscover the freedom and faith that come from walking with God with childlike trust. November 15, 2025 Support the showJoin us for Covered in Prayer: A Night for Women on Saturday, November 15, 5 - 7 PM at Awaken Coffee Bar, Mullins, SC. This event is free but registration is required. Register HERE: https://tithe.ly/event-registration/#/10544328 I've released my new book!!! Get your copy here: Seek First: 31 Quiet Moments With JesusIf you enjoy this episode and want to buy Audrey a coffee, please click here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ajmccrac73d Subscribe to My Weekly Email List! Visit GraceForMyHome.com Follow me on Facebook.Follow me on Instagram.Contact me via admin@graceformyhome.com

United Church of God Sermons
Grow Up and Be as Little Child

United Church of God Sermons

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2025 64:25


By Randy Urwiller - What did Jesus mean, “whoever does not receive the kingdom of God as a little child will by no means enter it”? That whoever refuses to submit humbly and willingly to God's authority (His kingship and rulership) will be excluded from God's Kingdom – not enter into it, not receive eternal life! To

A Moment to Reflect
As a Little Child

A Moment to Reflect

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2025 2:36


This is a moment to reflect on humility, as Elder Jeffery R. Holland teaches about the childlike humility mentioned by Jesus.

Live Hope Minute
Does A Little Child Have Hope?

Live Hope Minute

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2025 1:01 Transcription Available


Checkered Past
And a Little Child Shall Lead Them (Doom Patrol 110)

Checkered Past

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2025 59:48


No but seriously how does no one connect the green skinned boy that hangs out with the Doom Patrol to the green-faced animals that also hang out with the Doom Patrol? Find out in Doom Patrol #110!  Chapters (00:00:00) - Oh, My!(00:00:17) - Doom Patrol(00:01:28) - How to Make a Horse's Costume(00:06:09) - REMAIN the Jungle Girl(00:07:04) - Playing rhythm guitar for a few hours(00:11:19) - The Brain in 'Brainiac'(00:12:12) - Doom Patrol: Episode 110(00:15:02) - The Brotherhood of Evil(00:20:11) - Negative Man(00:21:46) - In the Elevator With Steve Dayton and Rita Farr(00:22:31) - The Doom Patrol vs The Brotherhood(00:26:42) - Negative Man vs Robotman in The Dark Knight(00:31:35) - Brain vs. Clown Face(00:35:16) - The Chief's Love Letter to Madame Rouge(00:38:31) - Brain in the Brotherhood Chambers(00:40:29) - The Brotherhood of Evil(00:41:21) - The Juvenile Court Verdict(00:45:15) - Beast Boy vs Galtry(00:48:42) - Beast Boy(00:50:59) - Beast Boy in the Court(00:56:13) - How To Win an Illegal Case(00:56:34) - Doom Patrol Birthday Gift(00:57:43) - Next week is the Flash. I'm sorry we're late this week

Dr. Kay Fairchild
#46 The Allegory Story (The Access Code To Entering (subjectively experiencing)The Kingdom—Becoming As A Little Child—Aramaic Style)

Dr. Kay Fairchild

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2025 49:31


#46 The Allegory Story (The Access Code To Entering (subjectively experiencing)The Kingdom—Becoming As A Little Child—Aramaic Style)

Capital Community Church
A Little Child Shall Lead Them - Pastor Jack Leaman

Capital Community Church

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2025 53:55


Pastor Jack Leaman preaching on Sunday morning. September 14th, 2025. Find us online at:Website: www.capitalcommunity.ca Facebook: www.facebook.com/capitalcommunitychurchInstagram: www.instagram.com/ccc_fredericton YouTube: www.capitalcommunity.tvThe Conversation Podcast: www.anchor.fm/ccc-theconversationSermon Archive Podcast: www.anchor.fm/capitalcommunitychurch

Inklings with Emily Belle Freeman
Jeffrey R. Holland: As a Little Child

Inklings with Emily Belle Freeman

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2025 51:37


On this week's episode of Inklings we go over the talk by Jeffrey R. Holland: As a Little Child

A Moment to Reflect
As a Little Child

A Moment to Reflect

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2025 2:36


This is a moment to reflect on humility, as Elder Jeffery R. Holland teaches about the childlike humility mentioned by Jesus.

Freedom Baptist Church, Auburn NY
Bro. Aaron Beam - As A Little Child

Freedom Baptist Church, Auburn NY

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2025 29:38


Independent Christian Science podcast
Roundtable discussion for Sunday, August 31st, 2025

Independent Christian Science podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2025 53:24


The Simple Wisdom of a Little Child

To Laugh Or To Cry
the summer I turned into a petulant little child

To Laugh Or To Cry

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2025 50:12


All of the good stuff this week: movies! the summer I turned pretty! new couple alerts. One bad thing: hot cheeto popcorn.

A Moment to Reflect
As a Little Child

A Moment to Reflect

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2025 2:36


This is a moment to reflect on being humble as Elder Jeffrey R. Holland teaches about childlike humility.

This Is Heartbeat
The Camel, The Lion and The Little Child: Part 1 of What It Means To Be A Person

This Is Heartbeat

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2025 16:35


In this episode Landon Saunders suggests three phases that comprise the journey of every person seeking to live a meaningful, joyful life.

Covenant Church
“As a Little Child”: Mark 10:13-16

Covenant Church

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2025 32:07


This sermon explores the meaning of Jesus'scommand in Mark 10:13-16 to ‘receive the kingdom of God as a little child.' Zack explains how Jesus' primary point is probably about a child's (non)status—like other teachings in this gospel, Jesus challenges our status evaluations. Morethan this, though, this teaching encourages us towards a childlike spirituality—exemplified by people like Therese of Lisieux and Henri Nouwen.

Regnum Christi Daily Meditations
May 24, 2025 – Lord, Make Me Like a Little Child

Regnum Christi Daily Meditations

Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2025 6:37


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Hopewell Associate Reformed Presbyterian
Jesus Loves You, Little Child

Hopewell Associate Reformed Presbyterian

Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2025 29:47


What should we do with our children? Matthew 19:13–15 prepares us for the sermon in the morning public worship on the coming Lord's Day. In these three verses of Holy Scripture, the Holy Spirit teaches us that we should bring our children to Christ, because they are His, and He is their hope.

The Genesis Project Fort Collins
Like a Little Child

The Genesis Project Fort Collins

Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 39:00


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Conference Talk
As a Little Child

Conference Talk

Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2025 25:37


Step into a message that will touch your heart and invite the Spirit in profound ways. In this episode, we explore President Jeffrey R. Holland's April 2025 general conference address, “As a Little Child.” President Holland, renowned for his ability to speak directly to the soul, offers a moving and deeply personal reminder of what it means to be humble, meek, and full of childlike faith.With his signature warmth and candor, President Holland recounts the Savior's invitation to His disciples: “Except ye be converted, and become as little children, ye shall not enter into the kingdom of heaven. Whosoever therefore shall humble himself as this little child, the same is greatest in the kingdom of heaven”. Through tender stories and powerful testimony, he illustrates how the innocence, purity, and trust of children are not just endearing-they are essential qualities for anyone seeking to draw closer to Christ.You'll hear examples that will bring a smile to your face and perhaps a tear to your eye, such as the story of a young boy's courage and faith that moved his father to tears. President Holland reminds us that children love easily, forgive readily, and laugh delightfully-qualities that can soften even the hardest heart and transform our relationships with God and each other.This episode is more than a discussion; it's an invitation to examine your own heart. Are there places where pride has crept in? Could you use more of the childlike attributes of faith, loyalty, purity, and love in your life? President Holland's words will encourage you to let go of burdens and rediscover the joy and spiritual power that come from becoming as a little child before God.

Hope Unitarian Church's Podcast
And a Little Child Shall Lead Them

Hope Unitarian Church's Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 20:03


Sunday, May 4th, 2025Rev. Justin M. McCreary

Faith Presbyterian Church Tallahassee
Faith of: Our Confirmands - Little Child Get Up: 5.4.25 Sermon

Faith Presbyterian Church Tallahassee

Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 14:02


5.4.25 - Confirmation Sunday Sermon by Rev. Erin Rugh based off of Mark 5:21-43.

WALK WITH HIM
“As a Little Child” President Holland

WALK WITH HIM

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 60:14


Send us a text“As a Little Child” President Holland“Many of us profess to be Christians, yet we . . . do not take Him seriously. . . . We respect Him, but we do not follow Him. . . . We quote His sayings, but we don't live them.” “We admire Him, but we don't worship Him.” -Richard L. EvansWhat stood out to you from this talk and discussion?What are you intentionally going to do this week to become more like Him?

Still A Part of Us: A podcast about stillbirth and infant loss
She Was And Will Always Be My Little Child | Advice From A Mother Of Loss

Still A Part of Us: A podcast about stillbirth and infant loss

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2025 30:08


Vinnette talks with Winter about things she has done and things other people have done to help her and her family in this time of loss. Vinnette talks about how people have helped with food and how that has relieved the mental taxation she has, and how that is one wonderful way to show love to someone in need. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We appreciate all the help toward production and hosting costs.  Or if you want to purchase an "Always a Part of Us" Legacy Gift for $20, you'll be providing to one of these families that shares their story, full transcriptions, mp3s, and mp4s of the recordings of their baby's birth story and advice episodes for their family history records. You will also get a shout-out on an upcoming episode. Thank you! Donate: https://ko-fi.com/stillapartofus SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel for more birth stories from families who have experienced a stillbirth or infant loss. We're grateful that you're part of our community! https://www.youtube.com/stillapartofus SUBSCRIBE to our podcast Still A Part of Us, wherever you find podcasts. Links (some of these links are affiliate links, which means we may get a small commission off your purchase, at no extra cost to you): Website: http://stillapartofus.com/ Grief Support Groups: https://nationalshare.org/ #stillbirthstory #stillborn #stillbornstory #birthstory #infantloss #infantdeath #babydeath #stillmychild #podcast  #birthstories #babyloss #mybabydied #bereavedmother #bereavedfather #infantlossawareness #dadsgrievetoo #mamasgrief #pals #childloss #lifeafterloss #saytheirnames #babylossawareness #breakingthesilence #grievingmom #grievingdad #bereavedparents #pregnancyandinfantlossawarenessmonth

Words of the Prophets: A General Conference podcast
Ep. 334 “As a Little Child” by Elder Holland

Words of the Prophets: A General Conference podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2025 33:05


In episode 334 of the Words of the Prophets podcast Todd, Burke and Rivka discuss the talk, “As a Little Child” by Elder Jeffrey R. Holland from the April 2025 General Conference of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.  Come have a listen!#wordsoftheprophets #generalconference #conference #ldsconference #LDS #ldspodcast #podcast #sharegoodnesshttps://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/words-of-the-prophetsFind us on twitter, instagram or email us at wordsoftheprophetspodcast@gmail.comFind us at youtube.com/wordsoftheprophetspodcastRIVKA's Daily Contemplations on the AtonementDaily contemplations on the atonement:https://docs.google.com/document/d/1OQ92PCNfjB2LwjS9fCMYBBVAAwLAFedvdV8EN7ZtqFo/edit?usp=drive_linkMusic playlist:https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPTg9sqDBKNm2TnIi5ByYCBGlcFjsF-n9&si=nGB09boZ0qU5G2Bf

UNDER HIS WiNGS
Episode 81 - As a Little Child

UNDER HIS WiNGS

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2025 29:49


Have you ever wondered what the Kingdom of God looks like?Think of the wonder, beauty, strength, and joy we see in little children. The Savior taught us to become as little children—and if we truly followed that counsel, the world would reflect a glorious glimpse of God's Kingdom.Join us as we explore powerful truths shared by President Jeffrey R. Holland, an Apostle of theLord, during the April 2025 General Conference.

A Cup Of Joe
A Cup of Joe Podcast | Become Like a Little Child | Episode 83

A Cup Of Joe

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 32:50


In this conversation, Joe Morton dives into the importance of maintaining a childlike perspective, and the critical roles of sleep and nutrition in emotional well-being. He emphasizes the need for curiosity, forgiveness, and inclusivity in relationships, while also discussing the physiological effects of hunger on mood. The conversation culminates in the assertion that laughter is not just a source of joy but a vital component of overall health. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joemorton88.substack.com

Daily Treasure
Like a Little Child - A Pilgrimage Fueled by Hope - Week 12 Day 4

Daily Treasure

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 5:54 Transcription Available


Send us a comment!Today's TreasureBehold, as the eyes of servants look to the hand of their master, as the eyes of a maidservant to the hand of her mistress, so our eyes look to the LORD our God, till He has mercy upon us. Psalm 123:2 ESVSupport the show

Regnum Christi Daily Meditations
March 1 , 2025 - Lord, Make Me Like a Little Child

Regnum Christi Daily Meditations

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2025 6:14


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Soul Food: East Campus FBCIT
What It Means To Be A Little Child 5

Soul Food: East Campus FBCIT

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2025 43:43


Soul Food: East Campus FBCIT
What It Means To Be A Little Child 4

Soul Food: East Campus FBCIT

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2025 45:35


Soul Food: East Campus FBCIT
What It Means To Be A Little Child 3

Soul Food: East Campus FBCIT

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2025 41:30


Soul Food: East Campus FBCIT
What It Means To Be A Little Child 2

Soul Food: East Campus FBCIT

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2025 47:00


Soul Food: East Campus FBCIT
What It Means To Be A Little Child

Soul Food: East Campus FBCIT

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2025 42:16


Daily Treasure
Like a Little Child - A Pilgrimage Fueled by Hope - Week 3 Day 1

Daily Treasure

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2025 4:35 Transcription Available


Send us a comment!Today's Treasure But Jesus said, “Let the little children come to Me and do not hinder them, for to such belongs the kingdom of heaven.  Matthew 19:14 ESVSupport the show

St. Andrew Lutheran Church Sermons
Christmas, as a Little Child – Sermon for December 25, 2024

St. Andrew Lutheran Church Sermons

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 26, 2024 12:55


Listen to Pastor Gawel’s sermon for December 25, 2024, taken from Luke 2:1-20. The post Christmas, as a Little Child – Sermon for December 25, 2024 appeared first on St. Andrew Lutheran Church.

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Daily Dose of Encouragement
Friday - Unless You Change And Become Like A Little Child

Daily Dose of Encouragement

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2024 2:22


Patty asks 'How Can We Become Like A Little Child?'

Daily Dose of Encouragement
Thursday - Unless You Change And Become Like A Little Child

Daily Dose of Encouragement

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2024 2:40


Patty asks 'How Can We Become Like A Little Child?'

Daily Dose of Encouragement
Wednesday - Unless You Change And Become Like A Little Child

Daily Dose of Encouragement

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2024 1:58


Patty ask "How Can We Become Like A Little Child?"

The Synergy Connection Show
The Joy of Being Well with Mary Crawford

The Synergy Connection Show

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2024 30:20


The Synergy Connection Show has for many years now shared that our inherited beliefs and emotions, which are stored in our subconscious, control to a major degree our thoughts and actions. We truly do create our own personal reality!Mary Crawford has a new program to help participants “find and release hidden beliefs, doubts, fears and trauma hiding in the cells of your body. Some of these energies are yours from experiences in this lifetime and others have been passed down on your DNA through ancestral lines”.Join on today's show as we discuss her new program “Jumpstarting Lasting Change” which are 4 sessions done over a 4 week period. She will work with your Little Child, Your Heart, Systems within the Body and Nutrition. These sessions are designed to meet your specific needs.Mary Crawford can be reached for further consultation on how to Jumpstart Lasting Change via her website at TheJoyOfBeingWell.com.Listen to this week's program below or on your podcast platform of choice by clicking Here.

Daily Dose of Encouragement
Tuesday - Unless You Change And Become Like A Little Child

Daily Dose of Encouragement

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2024 2:46


Patty ask "How Can We Become Like A Little Child?'

Daily Dose of Encouragement
Monday - Unless You Change And Become Like A Little Child

Daily Dose of Encouragement

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2024 2:51


Patty asks 'How Can We Become Like A Little Child?"

Grace in Focus
What Is Receiving the Kingdom as a Little Child?

Grace in Focus

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2024 13:50


Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Today, Kathryn Wright and Ken Yates are responding to a question about Mark 10:15. Is this referring to rewards? Is “receiving the kingdom,” the same thing as “inheriting it”? How is inheriting the kingdom distinguished from entering the kingdom and from becoming a child of God? Please listen to

Catholic Daily Reflections
Monday of the Thirty-Second Week in Ordinary Time - Loving Every Sinner

Catholic Daily Reflections

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2024 6:27


Read OnlineJesus said to his disciples, “Things that cause sin will inevitably occur, but woe to the one through whom they occur.  It would be better for him if a millstone were put around his neck and he be thrown into the sea than for him to cause one of these little ones to sin.” Luke 17:1–2Having a millstone placed around your neck and thrown into the sea is very descriptive. Jesus is using very evocative language. A millstone was a large round stone with a hole in the center. If it were placed around someone's neck and they were thrown into the sea, they would obviously sink to the bottom and die. Thus, Jesus is clearly stating that this awful fate is actually better than the fate of those who cause “one of these little ones to sin.”First of all, it should be clarified that no one can actually cause us to sin. Sin is our own free choice, and we, and we alone, will be held accountable for our own sin. One thing that Jesus is pointing out here is that even though every person must take responsibility for their own actions and their own sins, we must also take responsibility for the ways that we act as tempters of others. We are all sinners. Therefore, by our sin, we will all tempt others to sin also. Sometimes we will tempt people to sin by provoking them to anger. At other times we will tempt others to sin by setting a poor example. And on the contrary, we also have the ability to “tempt” people to virtue. Or more properly speaking, to inspire and encourage them.With that said, Jesus explains that the fate of those who act as tempters of others, especially the “little ones,” will suffer consequences graver than an untimely death. The little ones of which Jesus speaks should be understood as those who are weak in faith, overly sensitive, particularly vulnerable at that time in their life, and susceptible to outside influence. This could be a child, or it could be someone who is currently teetering on the edge of despair, confusion, anger, or any serious sin. When you encounter people like this, how do you treat them? Jesus has a deep heart of compassion for these people and wants us to have the same depth of compassion. But sometimes we fail. We may be negligent in our duty to reach out to them. Even this negligence could be a form of causing “one of these little ones to sin.” Of course, it is even far worse if we were to actively agitate them, harshly judge them, provoke their anger, draw them into some sin of weakness and false consolation by our temptation, etc. The simple truth is that Jesus loves those who are weak, vulnerable and sinful, and He wants us to love them with His heart. When we fail to do so, Jesus will hold us accountable for their further fall from grace.Reflect, today, upon the person or persons in your life that appear especially vulnerable, sinful, confused and lost at this time. Who is it that struggles with anger, or an addiction or some sinful lifestyle? Ponder your attitude toward them. Are you judgmental, condemning, belittling and the like? Do you tempt them to fall further into any sins of weakness they commit in a vulnerable state, thus leading them into further sin? Or, when you encounter someone who is greatly struggling, do you turn to them with the deepest compassion and mercy, forgiving any ways that they may sin against you, and work hard only to be there for them in their need, no matter how hard it is on you? Commit yourself to a profound love of all of God's “little ones” and seek to serve them with the heart of Christ so that one day they will eternally rejoice with you in Heaven. My most compassionate Lord, You love the sinner and deeply desire that they turn to You in their need. Please give me Your heart of compassion so that I will be free to love them as You love them. May I never become an instrument of temptation for them to fall further away from You but, instead, become an instrument of Your unfailing mercy. Jesus, I trust in You.  Featured image above: Jesus and the Little Child by James Tissot, via Wikimedia CommonsSource of content: catholic-daily-reflections.comCopyright © 2024 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. Used with permission via RSS feed.

First United Pentecostal Church's Podcast
2024-10-13 | Sun 12:15PM : "Receive the Kingdom of God like a Little Child"- Bro Josh Taylor

First United Pentecostal Church's Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2024 40:25


Catholic Daily Reflections
Thursday of the Seventh Week in Ordinary Time - Mercy for the Weak

Catholic Daily Reflections

Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2024 5:02


“Whoever causes one of these little ones who believe in me to sin, it would be better for him if a great millstone were put around his neck and he were thrown into the sea.” Mark 9:42St. Bede, an early Church Father, states that “he who is great, whatever he may suffer, departs not from the faith; but he who is little and weak in mind looks out for occasions of stumbling.” In other words, the “little ones” here could be understood to be those who are weak in faith and are constantly looking for reasons to depart from the faith.Consider who might struggle with this tendency in your own life. Perhaps there is a family member who continually questions the practice of the faith, perhaps someone you know considers himself or herself a “fallen away Catholic.” According to St. Bede, these are the “little ones” of whom Jesus is speaking.When dealing with someone who appears to lack faith, expresses doubts and disagreements, is caught in a life of manifest sin, or has begun to walk away from the practice of the faith, there can be a temptation to criticize, argue or condemn. If this is a temptation you struggle with, then listen closely to Jesus' words: “Whoever causes one of these little ones who believe in me to sin…” We cause those who are weak in faith to sin when we fail to show an abundance of virtue toward them during their struggles. Deep down, most people who are struggling with a life of sin or a weakness of faith do, in fact, have some faith. They do believe in God. But their faith is often easily shaken, and they can be easily pushed further away from God if we fail to exercise the necessary virtues of patience, compassion and mercy they need.With that said, we also have to avoid offering a “compassion” that is not grounded in the truth. On this point, St. Gregory states: “If a stumbling block is laid before men in what concerns the truth, it is better to allow the offense to arise, than that the truth should be abandoned.” In other words, it is not compassionate or merciful to show support for another in their error so as to make them feel good. The truth of the Gospel must never be abandoned; instead, that truth must always be offered with the greatest of charity, especially toward those “little ones” who are weak in faith. Reflect, today, upon the important balance that is necessary in the apostolic life. “Balance” does not mean compromise. Rather, it means that we seek to continually bring forth the full truth of the Gospel while also seeking to exercise the fullness of every virtue in the process. Do not become a stumbling block to others in the faith. Seek, instead, to lavish God's grace and mercy upon those in your life who need it the most. If you do, then many of those little ones will one day become truly strong in the grace and truth of our loving God.Most merciful Lord, You desire that all of Your children come to the full revelation of Your truth and mercy. Please use me as You choose to reach out to those who struggle with their faith and need to be treated with the utmost care. May I never be a stumbling block to them but always be a bridge to You and Your abundance of grace. Jesus, I trust in You.Source of content: catholic-daily-reflections.comCopyright © 2024 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. Used with permission via RSS feed.Featured images above: Jesus and the Little Child by James Tissot, via Wikimedia Commons