DGeMs- Daily Gospel eMessage Dear Friend in the Lord, “Faith in Jesus”: In today’s Gospel Simon Peter “obeyed” Jesus wholeheartedly; and “casted his nets again”; even though he had fished all night and did not catch any fish. Ponder on, “Like Peter, if we obey Jesus, with wholehearted faith and trust, we will reap rewards…
DGeMs- Daily Gospel eMessage Dear Friend in the Lord, “Jesus Heals – Mission”: In today’s Gospel, Jesus healed Simon’s mother-in-law and others who had diseases; including those possessed by devils. The crowds urged Jesus to remain, but Jesus had to proclaim the Good News to other towns. Ponder on, “Do we love Jesus sincerely, or…
DGeMs- Daily Gospel eMessage Dear Friend in the Lord, “Divine Power” – Faith: In today’s Gospel, Jesus expelled the devil from a possessed man. The crowds were astonished. Ponder on, “Do we have a deep faith in Jesus’ divine power or are we ‘fearful’ of evil spirits? Are we superstitious and look to other spiritual…
DGeMs- Daily Gospel eMessage Dear Friend in the Lord, “Jesus – Saviour: Faith” In today’s Gospel, Jesus proclaimed that Prophet Isaiah’s prophesy is fulfilled in Him. The crowd in Nazara, were filled with awe. Ponder on, “When the Gospel Truth touches our hearts, do we act on the inspirations or do we shy away from…
DGeMs- Daily Gospel eMessage Dear Friend in the Lord, “Jewish Rituals – Faith”: In today’s Gospel, Jesus proclaimed to the Pharisees, “You observe human traditions, but put aside God’s Commandments. Thus, evil intentions like: fornication, theft, murder, adultery. . . emerge from the heart.” Ponder on, “Do we observe our Church’s rituals, but fail to…
DGeMs- Daily Gospel eMessage Dear Friend in the Lord, “Responsibility – Faith”: In today’s Gospel, Jesus proclaimed to His disciples the “Parable of the Talents” to challenge us to live our faith with greater responsibilities. Ponder on, “God Loves and Trusts us. So, He blesses us with graces, talents and good opportunities in order for…
DGeMs- Daily Gospel eMessage Dear Friend in the Lord, “Fidelity in Faith”: In today’s Gospel, Jesus proclaimed to His disciples the “Parable of the Ten Bridesmaid”. Ponder on, “The ‘sensible’ bridesmaids were those who lived their faith with sincerity, focus and wisdom. However, the ‘foolish’ bridesmaids, were superficial in their faith and took God for…
DGeMs- Daily Gospel eMessage Dear Friend in the Lord, “John the Baptist” – Truth: In today’s Gospel episode, John the Baptist was beheaded for upholding God’s Truth, against adultery. Ponder on, “Do we have the courage to speak the Truth about: the Church’s Teachings on moral living; sanctity of the Sacrament of Marriage, abortion, pre-marital…
DGeMs- Daily Gospel eMessage Dear Friend in the Lord, “Hypocrisy of the scribes and Pharisees” – Faith: In today’s Gospel, Jesus condemned the scribes and Pharisees for their evil deeds. He says, “You look handsome on the outside, but inside, you are full of every kind of corruption.” Ponder on, “Do we trust ‘hypocrites’ in…
DGeMs- Daily Gospel eMessage Dear Friend in the Lord, “Hypocrisy of the Pharisees” – Faith: In today’s Gospel, Jesus condemned the grave hypocrisies of the scribes and Pharisees. They pay taxes for the smallest herbs, but at the same time are full of corruption, extortion, intemperance. And, they neglect the Laws on justice, mercy, and…