July 2011
Thought for Thursday June 30
I will walk in the presence of the Lord, in the land of the living.
Our God is in heaven; whatever he wills, he does. Their idols are silver and gold, the handiwork of men.
I will walk in the presence of the Lord, in the land of the living.
Matthew 9: 1 – 8 Jesus knew what they were thinking, and said, Why do you harbor evil thoughts?
Do I ever harbor evil thoughts? When am I most...
Psalm 3:3 - But you, LORD, are a shield around me,...
On this day of your life we believe God wants you...
Try it out, give it to someone. What is something nice that you could do for a friend, family member or even a stranger today? Once you have thought of it, do it, and then move on to somebody else. Before long you’ll start seeing results, try it, it’s contagious.
“Public authorities, in this case, have the right and duty to impose on citizens...”
– Life in Christ: Catechism #2310
And now, little children, abide in him, so that...
“From there, where you are working, let your heart escape to the Lord, right...”
– St. Josemaria Escriva, The Forge, #746
Our own evil inclinations are far more dangerous...
Saint of the Day - Thursday June 30, 2011
St. Basilides (2nd century)
Basilides was a pagan Roman soldier. He protected St. Potomiana from a mob while she was being led to her martyrdom. For three nights after her death, she appeared to him and told him that she was praying for his conversion. He converted and was later beheaded for his faith.
June 2011
How can I know the will of God in my life? – Part... →
How can I know the will of God in my life? – Part... →
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A Prayer of Surrender
Loving Father,
I surrender to you today with all my heart and soul. Please come into my heart in a deeper way. I say, “Yes” to you today. I open all the secret places of my heart to you and say, “Come on in.” Jesus, you are the Lord of my whole life. I believe in you and receive you as my Lord and Savior. I hold nothing back.
Holy Spirit, bring me to a deeper conversion to the person of...
Thought for Wednesday June 29
The angel of the Lord will rescue those who fear him.
I will bless the LORD at all times; his praise shall be ever in my mouth. Let my soul glory in the LORD; the lowly will hear me and be glad.
The angel of the Lord will rescue those who fear him.
Acts 12: 1 – 11 Peter thus was being kept in prison, but prayer by the Church was fervently being made to God on his behalf.
Am I fervently...
Surrendering Marriage →
The institution of marriage — which has been so disfigured by the sexual revolution, and feminism, then the lax divorce laws born of both — now bears no resemblance at all to the natural, sacramental reality that Western laws once were written to acknowledge and support. We really should call it something else. May I suggest “frenemies with benefits”?
On this day of your life we believe God wants you...
Your feelings are telling you something important. Do not rush to act on the first whim, take time to hear the full message.
The Eucharist and Sanctity →
The Eucharist as the Real Presence is the touchstone of sanctity.
“The strict conditions for legitimate defense by military force require rigorous...”
– Life in Christ: Catechism #2309
How good it is to live on God's bounty! How good...
If we possessed every virtue, but lacked humility,...
Saint of the Day - Wedsday June 29, 2011
St. Peter (1st century)
Peter was a fisherman before he was introduced to Jesus Christ by his brother, St. Andrew. Jesus gave his beloved Apostle the name Peter, meaning Rock, to indicate his authority. He was a miracle worker, even raising a person from the dead, and the first Pope. He died a martyr, crucified upside down.
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Divorce Rate Comparisons Between Couples Using... →
pursuingchastity:
The results presented from the three surveys analyzed revealed that compared to other women in general and to Catholic women of similar age, NFP users:
have a dramatically low (0.2%) divorce rate;
experience happier marriages;
are happier and more satisfied in their everyday lives;
have considerably more marital relations;
share a deeper intimacy with spouse than those...
On this day of your life we believe God wants you...
When this happens, reach out to a friend. And remember that God is one of them.
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mariaarroyo replied to your post: To My Future Wife…
rude….
I know! You’d think she’d be more sympathetic to my wants and needs in the future.
Maybe if she reads this now we can avoid all these problems before they happen…in the future.
Then again she may be a cyborg created by Cyberdine to make me crazy. X . x
—=JOE=—
Guilt & shame →
The children – and I call these “young adults” that, consciously intending to insult and demean them – were merely “expressing themselves.” They were never taught in school to trash streets, smash plate-glass windows, torch cars, or set murderously upon an individual who was chastising them. But they were taught to “express themselves,” and this is what...
Anonymous asked: How old are you?
Sex and the Empire State →
The vote in New York to redefine marriage advances the cause of loosening norms of sexual ethics, and promoting as innocent – and even “liberating” – forms of sexual conduct that were traditionally regarded in the West and many other places as beneath the dignity of human beings as free and rational creatures.
Canadian bishops issue document on youth with... →
The document concludes by encouraging young people with same-sex attractions to “accept that God loves you,” pray constantly, frequent the sacraments, and cultivate virtuous friendships.
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To My Future Wife...
WHAT THE HELL IS WRONG WITH YOU?! WHY ARE YOU RUNNING THE VACUUM WHILE I’M TRYING TO SLEEP?!
THIS CAT HATES ME! I DIDN’T WANT A CAT I WANTED A DOG! CATS ARE EVIL!!!
I KNOW HOW TO GET THERE SO STOP TELLING ME TO STOP FOR DIRECTIONS!
WHAT THE HELL IS SO HARD ABOUT LIFTING A TOILET SEAT?! DO YOU HEAR ME COMPLAIN WHEN YOU LEAVE IT DOWN AND I GOTTA LIFT IT UP?!
JUST USE YOU FOOT AND...
“All citizens and all governments are obliged to work for the avoidance of war....”
– Life in Christ: Catechism #2308
For sin will have no dominion over you, since you...
“What an extraordinary lesson each one of the teachings of the New Testament...”
– St. Josemaria Escriva, Furrow, #232
For this is why the Word became man, and the Son...
Saint of the Day - Tuesday June 28, 2011
St. Irenaeus of Lyons (130-202)
Irenaeus was a disciple of St. Polycarp, who was a disciple of St. John the Apostle. After becoming a priest, he was sent on a mission to Rome, and then to Lyons, France, where he was made a bishop. He was a staunch opponent of Gnosticism.
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robertobushidobrown replied to your post: You´re such a bro! :D
haha you are! all the things you post are great!
Oh Okay cool! I’m about to post today/tonight’s posts.
Hope you enjoy!
—=JOE=—
you-deserve-to-be-happy-deactiv asked: You´re such a bro! :D
Anonymous asked: Thank God. Thank you. So very much, you have no idea.
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Thought for Tuesday June 28
O Lord, your mercy is before my eyes.
But I walk in integrity; redeem me, and have mercy on me. My foot stands on level ground; in the assemblies I will bless the LORD.
O Lord, your mercy is before my eyes.
Matthew 8: 23 – 27 As Jesus got into a boat, his disciples followed him. Suddenly a violent storm came up on the sea, so that the boat was being swamped by waves; but he was...
The LORD is my light and my salvation - whom shall...
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On this day of your life we believe God wants you...
Sometimes you can’t see it or feel it. Sometimes hope seems far away. Often the difficulties you face make it seem as if hope has abandoned you. But hope never leaves. It is always there, ready for you to embrace.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DdVYSexfDTk&feature=... →
Most Accurate Review of Green Lantern movie you’re ever likely to see!
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itisbygrace replied to your quote: The fifth commandment forbids the intentional…
the fifth commandment is to honour your father and mother, the sixth is to not murder :) exodus 20.
Not by Catholic counting. Fourth is Honor Mom and Dad. Fifth is no killing sprees.
http://www.vatican.va/archive/ccc_css/archive/catechism/command.htm
—=JOE=—
“The fifth commandment forbids the intentional destruction of human life. Because...”
– Life in Christ: Catechism #2307
This God--his way is perfect; the word of the Lord...
Surely there must be something wrong somewhere! ...
Supernaturally, we are all one. We are made one...
Saint of the Day - Monday June 27, 2011
St. Cyril of Alexandria (376-444)
A nephew of Theophilus, Cyril was raised in an atmosphere of asceticism. In 412 he became bishop of Alexandria. He is most well known for presiding over the General Council at Ephesus, which condemened the heresy of Nestorius. He left many exegetical treatises.
Anonymous asked: where do you live?
