DGeMs- Daily Gospel eMessage Dear Friend in the Lord, “The Presentation” – Laws of Moses: The Messiah Child, Jesus, obeys the “Laws of Moses” humbly. Ponder on, “As believers, we are to obey the Laws of the Church, with humility e.g. celebrating the Sacraments; attending Sundays Masses, fasting, penance, almsgiving etc. Such “obedience” deepens our…
DGeMs- Daily Gospel eMessage Dear Friend in the Lord, “The Beatitudes” – Faith: Jesus proclaimed the great Wisdom of the “Beatitudes”. This opens a window into the soul of a believer in the Good News of Salvation. Ponder on, “The ‘Beatitudes’ make perfect sense and give a strong believer great inspirations to live his faith. …
DGeMs- Daily Gospel eMessage Dear Friend in the Lord, “Trusting Jesus”: Jesus was in the boat with His disciples. He was fast asleep in spite of the great storm, that was threatening to drown everyone. When His disciples woke Him up, to rescue them, He calmed the storm. Ponder on, “In the storms of our…
DGeMs- Daily Gospel eMessage Dear Friend in the Lord, “Kingdom of God” – Faith: Jesus proclaimed to the crowd, that the “Kingdom of God”; is like a seed that is scattered. It grows “on its own”, till it is reaped at harvest time. Ponder on, “God has given us the gift of faith, hope and…
DGeMs- Daily Gospel eMessage Dear Friend in the Lord, “Purpose of Faith in Jesus”: Jesus proclaimed to the crowd, “Would you bring in a lamp and put it under a tub or bed? Surely, it is to be put on a lamp-stand. For nothing should be hidden, but must be disclosed.” Ponder on, “When we…
DGeMs- Daily Gospel eMessage Dear Friend in the Lord, “Sower of Seeds Parable” – Faith: In today’s Gospel, Jesus proclaimed to the crowd about the different responses of those who hear “The Gospel of Eternal Salvation”. The seeds that fell on the “edge of the path, on rocky ground, and on thorns” all did not…
DGeMs- Daily Gospel eMessage Dear Friend in the Lord, “Will of God” – Faith: In today’s Gospel, Jesus’ mother and brothers passed a message in the synagogue; that they needed to speak to Him. The “reason” for this must have been urgent e.g. Joseph, is dying. But, Jesus’ response, “My mother and brothers are those…
DGeMs- Daily Gospel eMessage Dear Friend in the Lord, “Sin against Holy Spirit” – Faith: The scribes condemned Jesus by claiming that “it is through the prince of devils that He drives devils out.” Jesus questions them, “How can Satan drive out Satan? Ponder on, “The evil intentions of the scribes, of trying to “destroy”…
DGeMs- Daily Gospel eMessage Dear Friend in the Lord, “Jesus’ Pastoral Ministry” – Faith: Jesus “Calls” fishermen to become “Fishers of men.” At once, they left their fishing profession and families; and followed Jesus. Ponder on, “Jesus knows and “Calls” His apostles personally. He dares to entrust the Gospel Truth to them. Ponder on, “What…
DGeMs- Daily Gospel eMessage Dear Friend in the Lord, “Jesus’ Mission of Salvation” – Faith: In today’s Gospel, when Jesus returned to His home town; great crowds were flocking to Him: because of His Teachings and miracles. He was so busy that He had no time even to have a meal. This upsetted His relatives. …