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Read OnlineWhen Jesus came down from the mountain, great crowds followed him. And then a leper approached, did him homage, and said, “Lord, if you wish, you can make me clean.” He stretched out his hand, touched him, and said, “I will do it. Be made clean.” His leprosy was cleansed immediately. Matthew 8:1–3After leading the Israelites out of Egypt, God gave Moses not only the Ten Commandments but also laws governing daily life, including regulations on ritual purity. Among these were strict laws regarding leprosy, a contagious and incurable disease at the time. Lepers were forbidden to touch anyone, were isolated from the community, barred from worship, and required to cry out “Unclean, unclean” when approaching others. Beyond preventing disease, these laws had a deeper spiritual meaning: leprosy became a symbol of sin, which defiles the soul and separates us from the holiness of God, necessitating divine purification.In today's Gospel, Jesus fulfills and transcends the requirements of the Mosaic Law by touching and healing a leper. Under the Law, contact with a leper rendered a person unclean, yet Christ's divine power reverses this order. The leper's touch does not defile Jesus; instead, it purifies the leper. In this miraculous act, Jesus reveals a deeper spiritual reality: it is only through His touch of divine grace that sinners are truly cleansed and restored to communion with God. No longer does impurity separate man from holiness; rather, in Christ, holiness overcomes impurity, offering reconciliation and healing to all who seek Him in faith.The scene unfolds immediately after Jesus concludes His Sermon on the Mount and descends from the mountain. This imagery echoes Moses descending from Mount Sinai after receiving the Ten Commandments. Yet, while Moses brought down a law written on stone, Jesus, the new and greater Moses, descends not merely as a lawgiver but as the very embodiment of the New Covenant. In Him, the Law is not only taught but fulfilled and perfected. Whereas the Mosaic Law prescribed ritual separation from impurity, Christ now draws near to the unclean, extending the Divine Mercy that alone can fully restore and sanctify.The leper perfectly models how we ought to approach Jesus and the New Law of grace. He does not demand healing, nor even explicitly ask for it; rather, he simply professes faith in who Jesus is and what He can do: “Lord, if you wish, you can make me clean.” In addressing Jesus as “Lord,” the leper acknowledges His divine authority, recognizing Him not merely as a miracle-worker, but as the One who has dominion over sickness, impurity, and all creation. Furthermore, the leper displays not only trust in Jesus' power but also surrender to His divine will. He does not presume to dictate the outcome but submits himself entirely to the Lord's mercy.Too often, we approach God with a kind of spiritual wish list, treating prayer as a means of securing our desires rather than aligning ourselves with His will. Like the leper, we must transform our prayer from self-centered petitions to acts of faith and trust. First, we acknowledge God's sovereignty—that He alone is the all-powerful Lord, capable of healing every wound and forgiving every sin. Second, we surrender completely to His will, trusting that He knows and desires what is best for us. How beautiful it is to pray, “Lord, if You wish…” or “Lord, as You will…”—a prayer that reflects a petition Jesus had just taught on the mountain: “Thy will be done.”Reflect today on this humble leper and the example he sets for perfect prayer. We do not need to convince God to help us; He desires it far more than we do. Call to mind those areas of your life that, like leprosy of old, separate you from God and His Church, leaving you in need of His healing grace. Entrust your wounds to the Lord with humility and trust, laying them before His mercy. Seek Him in prayer and especially in the Sacrament of Reconciliation, and like the leper, you too will hear Him say, “I will do it. Be made clean.”Lord of perfect mercy, You desire my cleansing far more than I do, and You alone can accomplish it. Like the leper, I profess my faith in You as the New Moses, the Perfect Lawgiver, and the Divine Healer. All that You say and do is holy, restoring my soul and leading me to life. I surrender myself entirely to You—my wounds, my sins, my weaknesses. Let Your will alone be done in me, O Lord, for through Your touch, I find my healing and peace. Jesus, I trust in You.Image: Georg Pencz, CC0, via Wikimedia CommonsSource: Free RSS feed from catholic-daily-reflections.com — Copyright © 2026 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. This content is provided solely for personal, non-commercial use. Redistribution, republication, or commercial use — including use within apps with advertising — is strictly prohibited without written permission.
Friends of the Rosary,Today's Gospel presents (Matthew 5:17-19) Jesus saying to the disciples:"Do not think that I have come to abolish the law or the prophets.I have come not to abolish but to fulfill.Amen, I say to you, until heaven and earth pass away,not the smallest letter or the smallest part of a letterwill pass from the law,until all things have taken place.Therefore, whoever breaks one of the least of these commandmentsand teaches others to do sowill be called least in the Kingdom of heaven.But whoever obeys and teaches these commandmentswill be called greatest in the Kingdom of heaven."Moses went up Mount Sinai to receive the Ten Commandments from God. Jesus, as the New Moses, went up a mountain and began to promulgate the definitive law.And this law, which starts with “blessed,” “happy", is a new pattern of life that promises to make us joyful.Ave Maria!Come, Holy Spirit, come!To Jesus through Mary!Here I am, Lord; I come to do your will.Please give us the grace to respond with joy!+ Mikel Amigot w/ María Blanca | RosaryNetwork.com, New YorkEnhance your faith with the new Holy Rosary University app:Apple iOS | New! Android Google Play• June 10, 2026, Today's Rosary on YouTube | Daily broadcast at 7:30 pm ET
What does true repentance really mean? In this message from Matthew chapter 3, Pastor Woody explores the powerful message of John the Baptist and reveals that repentance is far more than feeling sorry for sin. Biblical repentance is a complete change of mind that leads to a changed life. Discover why confession brings healing, why mindset matters, what it means to turn toward God, and how the Holy Spirit empowers believers to live transformed lives. Whether you're struggling with recurring sin, seeking spiritual growth, or wanting a deeper relationship with Jesus, this message will challenge and encourage you to take your next step of faith.
A vital episode for Catholics preparing for marriage—and for those helping couples build marriages rooted in divine love. In this episode of Faith & Family Bible Study, Steve Wood explores Jesus' clear teaching on divorce and lifelong marriage in the Sermon on the Mount and Matthew 19. Why did Moses permit divorce, and why does Jesus now call His followers to lifelong fidelity? Steve explains how Christ, the New Moses, reveals that lasting marriage is not achieved by willpower alone—but through hearts transformed by grace and the indwelling love of the Holy Spirit (Romans 5:5). Special announcement! Steve introduces his new book, Transforming Grace: How to Rescue Young Catholics Drowning in a Secular Culture, available for a limited time at no charge (donation optional for U.S. residents). Learn more at: www.RescuingYoungCatholics.com.
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Sunday 29th March 2026 - West and North SitesSpeaker - Abbie MoseleyIn the final instalment of our short pre-Easter series, Abbie tells of the redemption that the Children of Israel experienced as they left Egypt, and the way that is foretells the redemption that is ours in Jesus, _______________Exodus 6 v 6-86) Say, therefore, to the sons of Israel, ‘I am the Lord, and I will bring you out from under the labours of the Egyptians, and I will rescue you from their bondage. I will also redeem you with an outstretched arm, and with great judgments. 7) Then I will take you as My people, and I will be your God; and you shall know that I am the Lord your God, who brought you out from under the labours of the Egyptians. 8) I will bring you to the land which I swore to give to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, and I will give it to you as a possession; I am the Lord._______________Recorded at the North Site - 29Mar2026
Notes Matthew 21:1-11 Summary In this episode of the Pulpit Fiction Podcast, hosts Eric Fistler and Rob McCoy delve into the significance of Palm Sunday, focusing on Matthew 21:1-17. They explore the themes of Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem, the cleansing of the temple, and the political implications of these actions. The conversation highlights the symbolism of the donkey, the role of religious authorities, and the contrasting responses of marginalized voices versus established power. The hosts reflect on contemporary issues and the importance of service and protest in the face of oppression, ultimately encouraging listeners to consider how these themes resonate in today's world. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Palm Sunday and Episode 666 02:47 Exploring Matthew 21: The Triumphal Entry 06:03 The Cleansing of the Temple 08:58 Symbolism of the Donkey and the Cult 11:48 Jesus as the New Moses 15:03 Political Implications of Jesus' Entry 18:04 The Role of the Religious Authorities 21:02 Children's Praise vs. Religious Authority 23:58 Jesus' Disruption and Healing 27:09 Protest and Service in Jesus' Actions 30:01 Contemporary Reflections on Palm Sunday 33:06 Closing Thoughts and Reflections
Sermon: Jesus the New Moses, Series: Who is Jesus? Rev. Matt Howell, Mark 3:7-22
The readings for this homily: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/021526.cfmFresh from a visit to the Holy Land, Fr. Chris Alar, MIC reflects on standing atop the Mount of Olives, praying in the Garden of Gethsemane, walking the Via Dolorosa, and entering the Church of the Holy Sepulchre—the very places where Christ taught, suffered, and redeemed us.Looking out over Jerusalem from the Mount of Olives, he recalls how Jesus wept over the city. Why? Because people would not receive His teaching.The Sermon on the Mount is not a suggestion. It is a way of life. Jesus, the New Moses, does not merely interpret the law—He fulfills and perfects it. When He says to “cut off” what leads you to sin, He speaks in holy urgency. Sin has consequences. Grace is free—but it must be received and cooperated with.Father Chris tackles misunderstood teachings head-on: • Why Catholics read Scripture as literally true—but not literalist. • What Jesus' words reveal about purgatory and accountability. • Why annulment is not a “Catholic divorce,” but a declaration about sacramental validity. • Why the Sacraments are our sure path to grace and salvation.He also pleads for prayers—prayers for persecuted Christians in the Holy Land, and for his dear friend Giuseppe recovering from a stroke. When the Church teaches clearly, it is not to restrict us, but to save us.Christ wept over Jerusalem. May we not ignore His voice today. ★ Support this podcast ★
Five barley loaves and two small fish are meager rations for a crowd of thousands, yet in the hands of Jesus, they become a feast. In this episode of The Magnificent 37, we study the Feeding of the 5,000 as recorded by St. John. This sign points directly to Jesus as the New Moses and the true Bread of Life. He does not merely give us what we need for the body; He gives us Himself, satisfying the deepest hunger of the human soul in the wilderness of this world. The Rev. Matthew Kusch, pastor of King of Glory Lutheran Church in Elgin, IL, joins the Rev. Dr. Phil Booe to study John 6:1–14. To learn more about King of Glory, visit kogelgin.org. Thy Strong Word kicks off the new year by dedicating our time to study "The Magnificent 37: The Miracles of Jesus." Christ didn't just speak the Word; He demonstrated it with power. From the quiet intimacy of water turning to wine at Cana to the earth-shaking reality of the empty tomb, the Gospels record thirty-seven distinct moments where Jesus suspended the laws of nature to reveal the power of his grace. This isn't just a list of "neat tricks" from history. It is a systematic walkthrough of how God breaks into our broken world to fix it. Why did Jesus curse a fig tree? Why did He need mud to heal a blind man? What does the coin in the fish's mouth teach us about being citizens of heaven and earth? Host, Pastor Phil Booe and a lineup of guest pastors will take you through each event, verse by verse. We'll move past the Sunday School summary and get into the meat of the text, including the Old Testament connections, the cultural context, and the immediate comfort these signs bring to your life today. Thy Strong Word, hosted by Rev. Dr. Phil Booe, pastor of St. John Lutheran Church of Luverne, MN, reveals the light of our salvation in Christ through study of God's Word, breaking our darkness with His redeeming light. Each weekday, two pastors fix our eyes on Jesus by considering Holy Scripture, verse by verse, in order to be strengthened in the Word and be equipped to faithfully serve in our daily vocations. Submit comments or questions to: thystrongword@kfuo.org.
Join us each day in the season of Advent as we explore the journey through the Bible old and new in a daily devotional. Today's episode is Jesus, The New Moses; Herod, The New Pharaoh, where we see the differences in the empire Herod wants to build and Jesus' kingdom of peace promised in Micah.Donate to our Capital Campaign: https://secure.myvanco.com/L-ZA1K/campaign/C-14SNFGive Online: https://www.cathedraloftherockies.org/donate/Connect with us:Facebook Downtown Campus: https://www.facebook.com/cathedraloftherockiesFacebook Amity Campus: https://www.facebook.com/cathedraloftherockiesamityInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cathedral_of_the_rockies/Instagram Cathedral Families: https://www.instagram.com/cathedralfamilies/
Andrew McCart caught up with heavyweight sensation Moses Itauma at the launch press conference for his highly anticipated clash with Jermaine Franklin Jr. Do you think Moses will become a world champion in 2026? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This is October 26th's sermon in which Brian McLain explores Jesus's calling of the twelve apostles and the implications of the New Covenant. Brian and his lovely wife Denise were born and raised in Florida. They have been blessed with six beautiful daughters who fill their home with boundless joy and entertainment. Brian has degrees in Theology and Electrical Engineering and spent 20 years in the Power Industry. The McLains love to sing, dance, read, cook and play games, and they cherish the opportunities they get to serve and host others in their home. Trinity Reformed Church is a CREC church in Huntsville, AL seeking to extend and unite the Kingdom in the Huntsville area. Check out our website, Facebook or YouTube!
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(1) The New Moses (2) The New Philosophy (3) The Structure (4) Prevalent Misinterpretations (5) The Audience (6) Practical Application: Be Humble, Don't Lose Your First Love, & Be Comforted
Episode 137: Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year C) In today's episode, we look at five details in the Mass readings for this upcoming 14th Sunday of Ordinary Time, Year C. The first two come from the second reading, taken from Galatians 6:14-18. The relevant topics are the Catholic practice of having crucifixes and the nature of justification. The other three details are found in the Gospel reading, which is taken from Luke 10:1-12, 17-20. The relevant topics are the historicity of the Gospel portrait of Jesus as an exorcist, the relation of Satan's binding and the millennial reign of Ch...
Episode 137: Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year C) In today's episode, we look at five details in the Mass readings for this upcoming 14th Sunday of Ordinary Time, Year C. The first two come from the second reading, taken from Galatians 6:14-18. The relevant topics are the Catholic practice of having crucifixes and the […]
Elon FINALLY finds the REAL corruption and Speaker Mike The New Moses Johnson dares to question the Anointed One and realizes that he may not be qualified to be President ~ Episode 181 - ADZ ~ The (Almost)Daily ZenCast
Read OnlineJesus moved about within Galilee; he did not wish to travel in Judea, because the Jews were trying to kill him. But the Jewish feast of Tabernacles was near. But when his brothers had gone up to the feast, he himself also went up, not openly but as it were in secret. John 7:1–2; 10The Jewish Feast of Tabernacles was one of three great feasts during which the people made a pilgrimage to the Temple in Jerusalem to commemorate God's saving action in their lives. This particular feast was to commemorate the 40 years that the Israelites traveled through the desert and dwelt in tents, or booths, as they wandered and were led by Moses. Therefore, the feast is also referred to as the “Feast of Booths.” During the seven days of this feast, people would set up tents (booths) around the Temple area and live in them to commemorate the journey of their ancestors.In the Gospel passage quoted above, we read that Jesus went up to the feast secretly. Saint Augustine explains that this means that though Jesus was present, the full revelation of His divine identity was hidden from many. He was physically there, but many did not know Who He was.That particular year, when the feast was half over, Jesus appeared in the Temple area and began to teach. Many were amazed at His words, and others thought He was possessed. After teaching the people, there was much disagreement among them about our Lord's identity. Jesus said to them, “You know me and also know where I am from. Yet I did not come on my own, but the one who sent me, whom you do not know, is true. I know him, because I am from him, and he sent me.” In that statement, Jesus essentially was saying that among those listening to Him, some had come to faith in Him and discovered His true identity as the Messiah, while others lacked the gift of faith and remained blind to Him. To them, His divine essence remained a secret.In a symbolic way, Jesus' presence at the Feast of Tabernacles reveals Him as the new Moses. It was Moses who led the people through the desert for 40 years toward the promised land while they dwelt in tents. Our Lord now took on that role of leading the people who were commemorating this 40-year journey by appearing in the Temple and pointing the people to Heaven, the true Promised Land.Today, our Lord continues to lead His people through the journey of life by coming to each of us to teach us and to reveal His divine presence. Some listen and believe and continue on the journey. To them, the secrets of our Lord are revealed. Others do not believe and, as a result of their lack of faith, fail to discover the hidden presence of our Lord all around them. Reflect, today, upon the image of Jesus coming to you during your long journey through the desert of this life. He initially comes to you in secret, veiled in His true essence. As He teaches you, He desires to lift that veil and reveal to You His true glory. He desires that you dwell with Him through prayer and remain attentive to His Word. As you gaze upon our Lord, reflect upon the question of how clearly you hear Him speak each day. He is here, with you always. But are you with Him? Do you hear Him, believe in Him, follow Him and serve Him? Do you allow Him to lead you every day toward His promises of new life? Allow our Lord to pitch His tent next to yours so that You will daily be attentive to His teaching and be led by Him to the glories of Heaven. My hidden Lord, You came to reveal to all people Your burning love and invitation to eternal life. Please come and dwell with me during my journey through life, and open my mind and heart to all that You wish to reveal. May I know You fully and follow You to the Promised Land of Heaven. Jesus, I trust in You.Image: James Tissot, Public domain, via Wikimedia CommonsSource of content: catholic-daily-reflections.comCopyright © 2025 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. Used with permission via RSS feed.
The Exodus Way E8 — Before the arrival of Jesus, Israelites already viewed their current circumstances and hopes for God's salvation through the lens of the Exodus. This is why the gospel authors tell the story of Jesus with language that points back to the main beats of the Exodus story. In this first episode of two on the gospels, Jon and Tim explore the many Exodus hyperlinks found in the stories of Jesus' birth, his baptism in the Jordan River, his testing in the wilderness, and his public ministry in Galilee. CHAPTERSThe Exodus Way in the Life of Jesus (0:00-5:42)Comparing Jesus and Moses' Birth Stories (5:42-19:45)Jesus' Baptism, Testing in the Wilderness, and “Saving” People (19:45-39:32)Jesus' Transfiguration on the Mountain Compared to Moses at Sinai (39:32-51:58)OFFICIAL EPISODE TRANSCRIPTView this episode's official transcript.REFERENCED RESOURCESText & Texture by Michael FishbaneYou can view annotations for this episode—plus our entire library of videos, podcasts, articles, and classes—in the BibleProject app, available for Android and iOS.Check out Tim's extensive collection of recommended books here.SHOW MUSIC“Nimbus” by Toonorth“Lost Love” by Toonorth“Effervescent” by ToonorthBibleProject theme song by TENTSSHOW CREDITSProduction of today's episode is by Lindsey Ponder, producer, and Cooper Peltz, managing producer. Tyler Bailey is our supervising engineer. Frank Garza and Aaron Olsen edited today's episode. Aaron Olsen and Tyler Bailey provided the sound design and mix. JB Witty does our show notes, and Hannah Woo provides the annotations for our app. Our host and creative director is Jon Collins, and our lead scholar is Tim Mackie. Powered and distributed by Simplecast.
At the center of any religion, you'll find a list of rules and expectations. But the gospel is different, because it's not about anything we've done!
At the center of any religion, you'll find a list of rules and expectations. But the gospel is different, because it's not about anything we've done! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1518/29
If you grew up in church, you probably heard a lot of talk about the “heroes of the faith.” You maybe have even had storybooks or movies featuring these larger-than-life figures like Joseph, Moses, or David. But when you read through their stories as an adult, you'll start to notice these heroes were far from perfect.
If you grew up in church, you probably heard a lot of talk about the “heroes of the faith.” You maybe have even had storybooks or movies featuring these larger-than-life figures like Joseph, Moses, or David. But when you read through their stories as an adult, you'll start to notice these heroes were far from perfect. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1518/29
In this episode we conclude the last five of the ten miracles that Matthew incudes to indicate that Jesus is the New Moses. Moses came with ten plagues and now Jesus is the New Moses with ten miracles that validate his ministry as the Messiah who delivers his people from the grasp of the enemy. As we conclude the episode we review the many times Matthew includes the statement that Jesus on multiple occasions healed everyone that was brought him. What a powerful indication that God had come to rescue his people, all people from the enemy. The pdf document is available at www.rediscoveringgod.ca.
This week we are handing the podcast over to Mr. Kevin O'Neil. He will be walking you through the Mass, sharing information that will transform your experience of this most important prayer of the Church. Monday: Today we will be discussing the Holy Mass and specifically how the Church is the beautiful spotless “Bride of Christ” and how the Holy Mass is the “Wedding Feast of the Lamb,” which enables us to combat sin and be joined with Christ. Tuesday: Today we will be discussing the Ark & the Covenant, and how the Old Testament Ark & Covenant are fulfilled by Christ and Mary in the New Testament, and how we can receive the “Medicine of Immortality” by participating in the New and Everlasting Covenant, which Christ Himself established! Wednesday: Today as we continue to discuss the Holy Mass we will be talking about Liturgy, how it relates to the Exodus of the Old Testament, how what we see at the Holy Mass is prescribed by God Himself, how Christ is present as the eternal sacrifice and how our participation in the Holy Mass is part of our journey to the Eternal Promised Land. Thursday: Today as we continue to discuss the Holy Mass we will be reflecting on Christ as the “New Moses,” , Eucharistic miracles, and how the Eucharist is the “New Law,” the “Word Become Flesh,” and the “Eternal Covenant.” Friday: Today as we wrap up discussing the Holy Mass, we will focus on the Our Father - the perfect prayer and how it relates to the Holy Mass - the perfect sacrifice, and how participating in the Holy Mass helps us defeat sin and reach the Eternal Promised Land! Kevin & Mary O'Neill are the authors and illustrators of the Building Blocks of Faith Series, which is a Catholic graphic novel series that uses typology to transmit the Faith and is illustrated with Legos! You can discover these books and tons of over great resources on their website: https://uponthisblock.com/ Also, Catholic Sprouts is running sales the entire month of November. Don't miss these once a year deals! Check it out here: https://shop.catholicsprouts.com/ Find fun, meaningful, faith-filled projects for your own family in the Catholic Family Resource Library. https://catholicsprouts.com/catholic-family-resource-library-signup/ Catholic Sprouts is a production of Spoke Street Media. For more great Catholic podcasts, check out spokestreet.com
This week we are handing the podcast over to Mr. Kevin O'Neil. He will be walking you through the Mass, sharing information that will transform your experience of this most important prayer of the Church. Monday: Today we will be discussing the Holy Mass and specifically how the Church is the beautiful spotless “Bride of Christ” and how the Holy Mass is the “Wedding Feast of the Lamb,” which enables us to combat sin and be joined with Christ. Tuesday: Today we will be discussing the Ark & the Covenant, and how the Old Testament Ark & Covenant are fulfilled by Christ and Mary in the New Testament, and how we can receive the “Medicine of Immortality” by participating in the New and Everlasting Covenant, which Christ Himself established! Wednesday: Today as we continue to discuss the Holy Mass we will be talking about Liturgy, how it relates to the Exodus of the Old Testament, how what we see at the Holy Mass is prescribed by God Himself, how Christ is present as the eternal sacrifice and how our participation in the Holy Mass is part of our journey to the Eternal Promised Land. Thursday: Today as we continue to discuss the Holy Mass we will be reflecting on Christ as the “New Moses,” , Eucharistic miracles, and how the Eucharist is the “New Law,” the “Word Become Flesh,” and the “Eternal Covenant.” Friday: Today as we wrap up discussing the Holy Mass, we will focus on the Our Father - the perfect prayer and how it relates to the Holy Mass - the perfect sacrifice, and how participating in the Holy Mass helps us defeat sin and reach the Eternal Promised Land! Kevin & Mary O'Neill are the authors and illustrators of the Building Blocks of Faith Series, which is a Catholic graphic novel series that uses typology to transmit the Faith and is illustrated with Legos! You can discover these books and tons of over great resources on their website: https://uponthisblock.com/ Also, Catholic Sprouts is running sales the entire month of November. Don't miss these once a year deals! Check it out here: https://shop.catholicsprouts.com/ Find fun, meaningful, faith-filled projects for your own family in the Catholic Family Resource Library. https://catholicsprouts.com/catholic-family-resource-library-signup/ Catholic Sprouts is a production of Spoke Street Media. For more great Catholic podcasts, check out spokestreet.com
This week we are handing the podcast over to Mr. Kevin O'Neil. He will be walking you through the Mass, sharing information that will transform your experience of this most important prayer of the Church. Monday: Today we will be discussing the Holy Mass and specifically how the Church is the beautiful spotless “Bride of Christ” and how the Holy Mass is the “Wedding Feast of the Lamb,” which enables us to combat sin and be joined with Christ. Tuesday: Today we will be discussing the Ark & the Covenant, and how the Old Testament Ark & Covenant are fulfilled by Christ and Mary in the New Testament, and how we can receive the “Medicine of Immortality” by participating in the New and Everlasting Covenant, which Christ Himself established! Wednesday: Today as we continue to discuss the Holy Mass we will be talking about Liturgy, how it relates to the Exodus of the Old Testament, how what we see at the Holy Mass is prescribed by God Himself, how Christ is present as the eternal sacrifice and how our participation in the Holy Mass is part of our journey to the Eternal Promised Land. Thursday: Today as we continue to discuss the Holy Mass we will be reflecting on Christ as the “New Moses,” , Eucharistic miracles, and how the Eucharist is the “New Law,” the “Word Become Flesh,” and the “Eternal Covenant.” Friday: Today as we wrap up discussing the Holy Mass, we will focus on the Our Father - the perfect prayer and how it relates to the Holy Mass - the perfect sacrifice, and how participating in the Holy Mass helps us defeat sin and reach the Eternal Promised Land! Kevin & Mary O'Neill are the authors and illustrators of the Building Blocks of Faith Series, which is a Catholic graphic novel series that uses typology to transmit the Faith and is illustrated with Legos! You can discover these books and tons of over great resources on their website: https://uponthisblock.com/ Also, Catholic Sprouts is running sales the entire month of November. Don't miss these once a year deals! Check it out here: https://shop.catholicsprouts.com/ Find fun, meaningful, faith-filled projects for your own family in the Catholic Family Resource Library. https://catholicsprouts.com/catholic-family-resource-library-signup/ Catholic Sprouts is a production of Spoke Street Media. For more great Catholic podcasts, check out spokestreet.com
This week we are handing the podcast over to Mr. Kevin O'Neil. He will be walking you through the Mass, sharing information that will transform your experience of this most important prayer of the Church. Monday: Today we will be discussing the Holy Mass and specifically how the Church is the beautiful spotless “Bride of Christ” and how the Holy Mass is the “Wedding Feast of the Lamb,” which enables us to combat sin and be joined with Christ. Tuesday: Today we will be discussing the Ark & the Covenant, and how the Old Testament Ark & Covenant are fulfilled by Christ and Mary in the New Testament, and how we can receive the “Medicine of Immortality” by participating in the New and Everlasting Covenant, which Christ Himself established! Wednesday: Today as we continue to discuss the Holy Mass we will be talking about Liturgy, how it relates to the Exodus of the Old Testament, how what we see at the Holy Mass is prescribed by God Himself, how Christ is present as the eternal sacrifice and how our participation in the Holy Mass is part of our journey to the Eternal Promised Land. Thursday: Today as we continue to discuss the Holy Mass we will be reflecting on Christ as the “New Moses,” , Eucharistic miracles, and how the Eucharist is the “New Law,” the “Word Become Flesh,” and the “Eternal Covenant.” Friday: Today as we wrap up discussing the Holy Mass, we will focus on the Our Father - the perfect prayer and how it relates to the Holy Mass - the perfect sacrifice, and how participating in the Holy Mass helps us defeat sin and reach the Eternal Promised Land! Kevin & Mary O'Neill are the authors and illustrators of the Building Blocks of Faith Series, which is a Catholic graphic novel series that uses typology to transmit the Faith and is illustrated with Legos! You can discover these books and tons of over great resources on their website: https://uponthisblock.com/ Also, Catholic Sprouts is running sales the entire month of November. Don't miss these once a year deals! Check it out here: https://shop.catholicsprouts.com/ Find fun, meaningful, faith-filled projects for your own family in the Catholic Family Resource Library. https://catholicsprouts.com/catholic-family-resource-library-signup/ Catholic Sprouts is a production of Spoke Street Media. For more great Catholic podcasts, check out spokestreet.com
This week we are handing the podcast over to Mr. Kevin Oneil. He will be walking you through the Mass, sharing information that will transform your experience of this most important prayer of the Church. Monday: Today we will be discussing the Holy Mass and specifically how the Church is the beautiful spotless “Bride of Christ” and how the Holy Mass is the “Wedding Feast of the Lamb,” which enables us to combat sin and be joined with Christ. Tuesday: Today we will be discussing the Ark & the Covenant, and how the Old Testament Ark & Covenant are fulfilled by Christ and Mary in the New Testament, and how we can receive the “Medicine of Immortality” by participating in the New and Everlasting Covenant, which Christ Himself established! Wednesday: Today as we continue to discuss the Holy Mass we will be talking about Liturgy, how it relates to the Exodus of the Old Testament, how what we see at the Holy Mass is prescribed by God Himself, how Christ is present as the eternal sacrifice and how our participation in the Holy Mass is part of our journey to the Eternal Promised Land. Thursday: Today as we continue to discuss the Holy Mass we will be reflecting on Christ as the “New Moses,” , Eucharistic miracles, and how the Eucharist is the “New Law,” the “Word Become Flesh,” and the “Eternal Covenant.” Friday: Today as we wrap up discussing the Holy Mass, we will focus on the Our Father - the perfect prayer and how it relates to the Holy Mass - the perfect sacrifice, and how participating in the Holy Mass helps us defeat sin and reach the Eternal Promised Land! Kevin & Mary O'Neill are the authors and illustrators of the Building Blocks of Faith Series, which is a Catholic graphic novel series that uses typology to transmit the Faith and is illustrated with Legos! You can discover these books and tons of over great resources on their website: https://uponthisblock.com/ Also, Catholic Sprouts is running sales the entire month of November. Don't miss these once a year deals! Check it out here: https://shop.catholicsprouts.com/ Find fun, meaningful, faith-filled projects for your own family in the Catholic Family Resource Library. https://catholicsprouts.com/catholic-family-resource-library-signup/ Catholic Sprouts is a production of Spoke Street Media. For more great Catholic podcasts, check out spokestreet.com
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How to Support the Rob Skinner Podcast. If you would like to help support my mission to multiply disciples, leaders and churches, click here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/robskinner In this episode, I continue my exposition of the book of Matthew with Jesus' feeding of the five thousand in Matthew 14:13-21. Transcript: Introduction Pictures from Apple Annies 1. Jesus Feeds the Five Thousand, Matthew 14:13-21 13 When Jesus heard what had happened, he withdrew by boat privately to a solitary place. Hearing of this, the crowds followed him on foot from the towns. 14 When Jesus landed and saw a large crowd, he had compassion on them and healed their sick. 15 As evening approached, the disciples came to him and said, “This is a remote place, and it's already getting late. Send the crowds away, so they can go to the villages and buy themselves some food.” 16 Jesus replied, “They do not need to go away. You give them something to eat.” 17 “We have here only five loaves of bread and two fish,” they answered. 18 “Bring them here to me,” he said. 19 And he directed the people to sit down on the grass. Taking the five loaves and the two fish and looking up to heaven, he gave thanks and broke the loaves. Then he gave them to the disciples, and the disciples gave them to the people. 20 They all ate and were satisfied, and the disciples picked up twelve basketfuls of broken pieces that were left over. 21 The number of those who ate was about five thousand men, besides women and children. The Prophet Like Moses. · Here is the second “banquet” in this chapter. This is not as lavish as Herod's but it was much better spiritually. All four of the gospels record this feeding. This reveals the importance of the event. They are in a lonely place or desert on the northeast side of the lake. There are Old Testament parallels to this event: o Elisha's feeding 100 men with 30 loaves in 2 Kings 4:42-44 o Moses feeding the Israelites with the manna in Exodus 16:11, “11 The Lord said to Moses, 12 “I have heard the grumbling of the Israelites. Tell them, ‘At twilight you will eat meat, and in the morning you will be filled with bread. Then you will know that I am the Lord your God.'” § This is Jesus' way of pointing to himself as the New Moses or as the Prophet Moses predicted would come. In Deuteron0my 18:15 it says, “15 The Lord your God will raise up for you a prophet like me from among you, from your fellow Israelites. You must listen to him… 17 The Lord said to me: “What they say is good. 18 I will raise up for them a prophet like you from among their fellow Israelites, and I will put my words in his mouth. He will tell them everything I command him. 19 I myself will call to account anyone who does not listen to my words that the prophet speaks in my name. 13 Jesus' Compassion 13 When Jesus heard what had happened, he withdrew by boat privately to a solitary place. Hearing of this, the crowds followed him on foot from the towns. 14 When Jesus landed and saw a large crowd, he had compassion on them and healed their sick. · Jesus withdrew in order to deal with the loss of his relative and also to escape the potential political pressure or persecution coming from Herod Antipas. Jesus is seeking solitude in his grief. However, when he sees the crowds waiting for him, Jesus' compassion is triggered and he puts aside any thoughts of “me-time” and instead he heals, helps and feeds the crowd. Jesus reveals how when tough times hit, we want solitude and we also want people around us to comfort us. His motives rise to the surface as he reveals compassion to the crowds and heals, teaches and feeds them. Jesus' ministry was a combination of preaching, healing and teaching. What can we apply here? o There is a time for solitude and recovery o There are times when we are called to serve even in the midst of difficulty, persecution, tiredness and sadness. o Compassion needs to drive our behavior. It's easy to get cold and clinical when we see people in need. We let ourselves off the hook by pointing out people's mistakes and failures that led to their problems. Jesus could have done that with every one of us. He still has compassion on each one of us. Don't get to the point where you are driving away people from you because there is no compassion in your heart. 15-18 “Give and it will be given to you.” 15 As evening approached, the disciples came to him and said, “This is a remote place, and it's already getting late. Send the crowds away, so they can go to the villages and buy themselves some food.”16 Jesus replied, “They do not need to go away. You give them something to eat.”17 “We have here only five loaves of bread and two fish,” they answered. 18 “Bring them here to me,” he said. · The disciples are tired. Jesus is tired and grieving. They want to send the people away. Jesus says they don't need to. They don't even have enough food to feed themselves and Jesus asks for that. Jesus follows an Old Testament Pattern when he asks his disciples to give him what they do have. This follows a pattern seen in 1 Kings 17:10 in a story about Elijah, “10 So he went to Zarephath. When he came to the town gate, a widow was there gathering sticks. He called to her and asked, “Would you bring me a little water in a jar so I may have a drink?” 11 As she was going to get it, he called, “And bring me, please, a piece of bread.”12 “As surely as the Lord your God lives,” she replied, “I don't have any bread—only a handful of flour in a jar and a little olive oil in a jug. I am gathering a few sticks to take home and make a meal for myself and my son, that we may eat it—and die.”13 Elijah said to her, “Don't be afraid. Go home and do as you have said. But first make a small loaf of bread for me from what you have and bring it to me, and then make something for yourself and your son. 14 For this is what the Lord, the God of Israel, says: ‘The jar of flour will not be used up and the jug of oil will not run dry until the day the Lord sends rain on the land.'”15 She went away and did as Elijah had told her. So there was food every day for Elijah and for the woman and her family. 16 For the jar of flour was not used up and the jug of oil did not run dry, in keeping with the word of the Lord spoken by Elijah. Keep the bread and skip the miracle o The lady only has a handful of flour, she's about to die of starvation and the prophet says, I know that, but feed me first. If you want to see amazing things happen, it starts with giving up everything you currently have. You have to sacrifice. You have to take that first step of faith. You have to let go of what you are counting on, worshipping or putting your trust in. Jesus said in Matthew 9:29, “According to your faith will it be done.” You have to make that initial investment of faith, even if it's really small. Like the woman in the story, who only had a little flour and oil, she sacrificed it and gave it to Elijah. God saw the faith and multiplied the little she had. Miracles start with faith. Jesus will often ask you to “prime the pump” by sacrificing something important to you before he opens up the blessings. § Financial blessing: “Bring the whole tithe into the storehouse and see if I won't open the floodgates of blessings.” Malachi § Spiritual growth: Let go of the sin in repentance and God will open the door to heaven for you. § Relational blessings: Give up the bad relationship and allow God to bring you someone or something better § Example 19-21 The Original Lord's Supper. 19 And he directed the people to sit down on the grass. Taking the five loaves and the two fish and looking up to heaven, he gave thanks and broke the loaves. Then he gave them to the disciples, and the disciples gave them to the people. 20 They all ate and were satisfied, and the disciples picked up twelve basketfuls of broken pieces that were left over. 21 The number of those who ate was about five thousand men, besides women and children. · The verbs used here, “take, gave thanks, broke, gave” all are replicated at the last supper and when he had a meal with the two disciples on the way to Emmaus in Luke 24:30, “30 When he was at the table with them, he took bread, gave thanks, broke it and began to give it to them. 31 Then their eyes were opened and they recognized him, and he disappeared from their sight.” Paul repeats this format in 1 Corinthians 11:23-24, “The Lord Jesus, on the night he was betrayed, took bread, 24 and when he had given thanks, he broke it and said, “This is my body, which is for you; do this in remembrance of me.” 25 In the same way, after supper he took the cup, saying, “This cup is the new covenant in my blood; do this, whenever you drink it, in remembrance of me.” This is a foreshadowing of the LORD's supper. Scholars consider this a foretaste of the Messianic Banquet in Matthew 26:29. The Miracle · Simple food. Have you ever tasted “Ezekiel” bread? It's pretty plain. The bread these people were eating was like that, barley bread and plain fish. That was it. It wasn't like Herod's delicious dinner. Jesus offered very plain fare. Sometimes we don't serve people because we feel like it has to be super fancy. It has to come straight out of Pinterest or Better Homes and Gardens. This keeps us from serving people and connecting with people more often. We are overshooting it. Next time, just serve your basic food, that's all that's needed. o Pictures of James' dinner · God works through people. Who gave out the bread? The disciples. God works through imperfect people to do miracles. · Mystery Miracle. How did the miracle happen? We don't know. What did it look like? It must have been amazing, but only God knows. · The miraculous power of a full stomach. All ate and had their fill. 12 baskets get picked up afterward. This isn't like the communion bread we are “snacking” on Sundays. Everyone had a full stomach and there is much more food left over than there was when the disciples handed Jesus the little they had. They were satisfied. Food brings people together and provides temporary satisfaction and contentment. That's the power of food, fellowship and Bible teaching, it builds unity, joy and satisfaction. It's a powerful combination. It's how you build a church. You build it on brotherhood, the Bible and breaking bread together. There were five thousand men plus women and children. Jesus said, let nothing be wasted. They picked it up and used it later. Conclusion: We've seen two banquets, one fancy and one plain. One brought destruction and one brought life, healing and deeper faith. · Jesus has the power to provide in abundance, to amaze us with his miracles. · He works through people to help others · His compassion is what drives him and us · Push through tiredness and resistance to give · Give what you have. You can keep your bread but you'll skip the miracle · Serve people don't send them away · Believe Jesus has the capacity to multiply and meet our needs Next Steps: · Grow in compassion. Learn to serve and give even when you are tired, grieving and running low on resources. Jesus sets the example. · Bring people to Jesus, don't send them away. In a couple of weeks we are going to have a neighbor day. This is a small recreation of this meal in the desert. We bring people to hear Jesus' words and then we feed them. Let's bring people because we feel compassion for them. Let's not imitate the disciples who said, “send them away.” Let's bring people to Jesus and serve them. Let's have the heart of Jesus in his desire to meet people's spiritual and physical needs.
Main Point: Matthew wrote to a largely Jewish audience to show how Jesus is the Promised Messianic King in the line of David and from the family of Abraham. Jesus established himself as King over God's Kingdom by suffering and dying on the cross and then being resurrected in power and glory. An interesting Parallel... Jesus as the New MosesTexts to Consider: Matt. 1:1-16Matt. 2:17; 3:3; 4:1-11; 12-14Matt. 9:35-38Matt. 23:1-36Matt. 28:11-15
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As we prepare for the Easter season and celebrate the Resurrection of Jesus Christ, we often sing the hymn “I Know That My Redeemer Lives.” But what if we temporarily shift our focus from rejoicing that the Redeemer lives to rejoicing in how he lived for us? In this episode Professor Tyler J. Griffin, associate dean of Religious Education, discusses his article “I Know That My Redeemer Lived” from The Power of Christ's Deliverance. He emphasizes how everything the Savior did and said in his day-to-day life was focused on helping others and doing God's will. In recounting Christ's service and miracles, trials and tribulations, and Crucifixion and Resurrection, Professor Griffin illustrates how the Savior chose to live each day for us. Ultimately, knowing how Christ lived for us can empower us to emulate his example and become more like him. Click here to learn more about Tyler J. Griffin Publications: · “I Know That My Redeemer Lived” (in The Power of Christ's Deliverance, Religious Studies Center, 2022) · “Matthew's Portrayal of Jesus: Son of David, a New Moses, and Son of God” (in The Person and Work of Jesus in the New Testament, Religious Studies Center, 2018) · “The Great Plan of Happiness: A Christ-Centered Visual Approach” (Religious Educator, 18.1, 2017) · “Nephi: An Ideal Teacher of Less-Than-Ideal Students” (Religious Educator, 13.2, 2012) · “Jerusalem, the Holy City: A Virtual Tour of the City in the New Testament Period” (in New Testament History, Culture, and Society: A Background to the Texts of the New Testament, Religious Studies Center, 2019) · “Visualizing the People, Places, and Plates of the Book of Mormon” (BYU Religious Education Review, Fall 2019) · “The Jaredite Journey: A Symbolic Reflection of Our Own Journey along the Covenant Path” (in Illuminating the Jaredite Records, Religious Studies Center, 2020)
Jesus moved about within Galilee; he did not wish to travel in Judea, because the Jews were trying to kill him. But the Jewish feast of Tabernacles was near. But when his brothers had gone up to the feast, he himself also went up, not openly but as it were in secret. John 7:1–2; 10The Jewish Feast of Tabernacles was one of three great feasts during which the people made a pilgrimage to the Temple in Jerusalem to commemorate God's saving action in their lives. This particular feast was to commemorate the 40 years that the Israelites traveled through the desert and dwelt in tents, or booths, as they wandered and were led by Moses. Therefore, the feast is also referred to as the “Feast of Booths.” During the seven days of this feast, people would set up tents (booths) around the Temple area and live in them to commemorate the journey of their ancestors.In the Gospel passage quoted above, we read that Jesus went up to the feast secretly. Saint Augustine explains that this means that though Jesus was present, the full revelation of His divine identity was hidden from many. He was physically there, but many did not know Who He was.That particular year, when the feast was half over, Jesus appeared in the Temple area and began to teach. Many were amazed at His words, and others thought He was possessed. After teaching the people, there was much disagreement among them about our Lord's identity. Jesus said to them, “You know me and also know where I am from. Yet I did not come on my own, but the one who sent me, whom you do not know, is true. I know him, because I am from him, and he sent me.” In that statement, Jesus essentially was saying that among those listening to Him, some had come to faith in Him and discovered His true identity as the Messiah, while others lacked the gift of faith and remained blind to Him. To them, His divine essence remained a secret. In a symbolic way, Jesus' presence at the Feast of Tabernacles reveals Him as the new Moses. It was Moses who led the people through the desert for 40 years toward the promised land while they dwelt in tents. Our Lord now took on that role of leading the people who were commemorating this 40-year journey by appearing in the Temple and pointing the people to Heaven, the true Promised Land. Today, our Lord continues to lead His people through the journey of life by coming to each of us to teach us and to reveal His divine presence. Some listen and believe and continue on the journey. To them, the secrets of our Lord are revealed. Others do not believe and, as a result of their lack of faith, fail to discover the hidden presence of our Lord all around them. Reflect, today, upon the image of Jesus coming to you during your long journey through the desert of this life. He initially comes to you in secret, veiled in His true essence. As He teaches you, He desires to lift that veil and reveal to You His true glory. He desires that you dwell with Him through prayer and remain attentive to His Word. As you gaze upon our Lord, reflect upon the question of how clearly you hear Him speak each day. He is here, with you always. But are you with Him? Do you hear Him, believe in Him, follow Him and serve Him? Do you allow Him to lead you every day toward His promises of new life? Allow our Lord to pitch His tent next to yours so that You will daily be attentive to His teaching and be led by Him to the glories of Heaven. My hidden Lord, You came to reveal to all people Your burning love and invitation to eternal life. Please come and dwell with me during my journey through life, and open my mind and heart to all that You wish to reveal. May I know You fully and follow You to the Promised Land of Heaven. 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: But No Man Laid Hands Upon Him By James Tissot, via Wikimedia Commons
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Mike Johnson, bless his heart, says he doesn't “wanna get too spooky on you,” but it was God who made him the new Speaker of the US House.He's not asserting the fairly common belief, held by many Christians, that the Almighty plays a direct role in shaping people's lives. No, no – Mike's claim of divine selection is more singular, grandiose… and spooky. In a recent speech to a sect of Christian Nationalists, he confided that just prior to being chosen Speaker, God Hizownself had been awakening him every night for three weeks “to speak to me” about campaign strategy. Johnson says that while 13 other Republicans vied for the office, “the Lord kept telling me to wait, wait, wait.” Then God finally said, “Now step forward” and claim the gavel of power.Why him, you might ask? Well, explains the ultra-right-winger, American culture has become “so dark and depraved it almost seems irredeemable.” So, says Mike, God needed a Christian purist to be “a new Moses” willing to lead America from the wickedness of abortion, gay marriage, and what the religious nationalists call “the ungodly effort to undermine our culture by Leftists.”Mike went further, explaining that “[God] had been speaking to me about this, and the Lord told me very clearly to prepare and be ready.” But, says Mike, he was told not merely to take the nation's third highest political office, but ready to guide the nation, Moses-like, through “a Red Sea moment.” So, all of us should get ready, for we now have a Trump-supporting, holy-rolling congress critter who actually believes he's been chosen by God to part the perilous waters and take us from a diverse democracy to his theocratic Christian wonderland.God help us – and please hurry!Enjoyed this post? Please consider sharing with friends and on social media!Jim Hightower's Lowdown is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jimhightower.substack.com/subscribe
Mike Johnson, bless his heart, says he doesn’t “wanna get too spooky on you,” but it was God who made him the new Speaker of the US House. He’s not asserting the fairly common belief, held by many Christians, that the Almighty plays a direct role in shaping people’s lives. No, no – Mike’s claim of divine selection is more singular, grandiose… and spooky.
Matthew begins his gospel with a genealogy. But the question is, why? Join us as we examine and compare the ministry of Moses and the ministry of Jesus in the gospel of Matthew. https://longhollow.com/theforgottenjesuspodcastshownotes
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