DGeMs- Daily Gospel eMessage Dear Friend in the Lord, “Sincerity of Faith”: In today’s Gospel, Jesus reprimanded the great crowds for the insincerity of their faith. They asked Him for a sign, not because their hearts were open to the gift of the faith of Eternal Salvation but, more to amuse themselves. Ponder on, “When our faith is not sincere, our relationship with…
DGeMs- Daily Gospel eMessage Dear Friend in the Lord, Gift of Faith taken for Granted: In today’s Gospel, Jesus proclaimed that the Good News of Salvation is often taken for granted. Ponder on, “Jesus is reminding us to value the gift of faith, and not be overfocused on the material comforts and glory of this earthly life. This…
DGeMs- Daily Gospel eMessage Dear Friend in the Lord, “Obedience to God’s Word”: In today’s Gospel, Jesus proclaimed that the greatest blessings that anyone can experience, is when he is obedient to His Father’s Word and Truth of Salvation. Ponder on, “Mary’s obedience to God the Father’s Word was the most perfect at the Annunciation. …
DGeMs- Daily Gospel eMessage Dear Friend in the Lord, “Unity in Faith”: In today’s Gospel, Jesus was falsely accused of using the power of Beelzebul to drive out devils. In response, Jesus proclaimed that any “kingdom” that is divided will collapse. Ponder on, “If our hearts are divided between wanting to glorify God and yet,…
DGeMs- Daily Gospel eMessage Dear Friend in the Lord, “God as Loving Father”: In today’s Gospel, Jesus assures us that His Father in heaven Loves us infinitely and at all times. He is Full of Mercy and Compassion. Ponder on, “To embrace God’s Love and Mercy, it would be helpful to reflect on our experiences…
DGeMs- Daily Gospel eMessage Dear Friend in the Lord, “Praying the Lord’s Prayer” – Faith: In today’s Gospel, Jesus taught His disciples to pray the “Our Father” prayer. This prayer is the “model” for all other prayers; as this prayer is taught by Jesus Himself. Ponder on, “Are our prayers focused on reverencing and loving…
DGeMs- Daily Gospel eMessage Dear Friend in the Lord, “Deepening our Faith”: In today’s Gospel, Jesus praised Mary for choosing to listen to the Truth of God’s Word, as being more important than Martha’s fretting about preparing the food. Ponder on, “We can do many good things for others. But, is Jesus inviting us to…
DGeMs- Daily Gospel eMessage Dear Friend in the Lord, “Giving Excuses in Faith”: In today’s Gospel, Jesus proclaimed the “Parable of the Good Samaritan” to remind us that when our love for God is superficial, we can easily give excuses for not loving those, who are in need. Ponder on, “Do we know of people…
DGeMs- Daily Gospel eMessage Dear Friend in the Lord, Blindness in Faith: In today’s Gospel, Jesus proclaimed the “Parable of the Tenants” to point out to the chief priests and elders that they are not only blind to God’s blessings, but in their ingratitude of His blessings, they will kill the Messiah, the Son of…
DGeMs- Daily Gospel eMessage Dear Friend in the Lord, “The Rosary” – Faith: Today’s Gospel account of the Annunciation is the “1st Joyful Mystery of the life of Jesus”, amongst the others: Luminous, Sorrowful and Glorious mysteries. Ponder on, “To meditate on the Life of Jesus through the Rosary, will surely deepen our personal love…