This is part 2 of the Advent series, "Blessed by God: A Full Life." The blessings that God bestows upon us are unmerited favors. The greatest blessing is salvation in Christ. Sharing life and love with God gives us a full life. This series examines some of the benefits of receiving this blessing. A merciful life begins with the initiative of God to call us to repentance, to remove any obstacle that hinders us from advancing on the journey of faith. It means to be reconciled to God. In the Gospel reading (cf. Luke 3:1-6), Saint John the Baptist is a prophet of God who is preparing the people for the coming of the Lord Jesus Christ. The traditional steps of repentance are an examination of conscience, contrition for our sins, a firm purpose of amendment, confession of our sins, and receiving God’s healing mercy. Next Sunday will examine how reconciliation with God leads to being a joyful disciple who wants to be reconciled with others and to engage in works of mercy.
November 26, 2023 - Living with Eternity in View
November 19, 2023 - Reverence for God is Rewarding
Hypocrisy in the Church: A Gospel Response
Loving Yourself in a God-Centered Way
September 17, 2023 - Freed from the Burden of Unforgiveness
September 10, 2023 - Confronting Conflict as Christians
August 27, 2023 - What is Essential for the Christian Life?
August 20, 2023 - Anointed by God to Overcome Racism
July 18, 2023 - The Blessing of a Fruitful Christian Life
July 9, 2023 - How Christ Provides Serenity in Life
July 2, 2023 - Fully Committed to the Cross with Christ
June 25, 2023 - Fearlessly Living An Authentic Christian Life
Summoned and Sent by Christ to Serve
June 10, 2023 - Disciples Formed by Doctrine and Devotion
May 21, 2023 - Courage to Fulfilll our Commission from Christ
May 14, 2023 - The Logic of Loving God
Experiencing Abundant Life in Christ
April 23, 2023 -Christ Draws Near to Us
April 16, 2023 - Encountering Christ in His Church Works
April 9, 2023 - The Greatest Work of the Lord
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