Episode 6: Bread from Heaven

08/15/24 • 39 min

God is good and the gifts he offers us are very good... wisdom, joy, peace, understanding, love, faith, nourishment, eternal life. Why are we sometimes reluctant to take God at his word and to accept the wonderful gifts he offers us?

This week's readings:
Gospel - John 6: 51-58
1st Reading – Proverbs 9: 1-6
Psalm 34
2nd Reading - Ephesians 5: 15-20

This week's readings:
Gospel - John 6: 51-58
1st Reading – Proverbs 9: 1-6
Psalm 34
2nd Reading - Ephesians 5: 15-20

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Episode 5: Perfect Love and Obedience

We often complain when we're asked to do things that we feel are difficult or challenging. When God asks us to believe in him, to be kind to one another, and to love each other, why do we sometimes feel that is difficult? Why do we shy away from trying to achieve that level of perfection?

This week's readings:
Gospel - John 6: 41-51
1st Reading - 1 Kings 19: 4-8
Psalm 34
2nd Reading - Ephesians 4:30 - 5:2

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Episode 7: To Whom Shall We Go?

Jesus’ teachings may appear difficult to accept but they are Spirit-filled and life-giving. Do we listen to him when he speaks to us? When we are asked whom we will serve – do we choose God? When we are told to respect each other – do we?

This week's readings:
Gospel - John 6: 60-69
1st Reading – Joshua 24: 1-2a, 15-17, 18b
Psalm 34
2nd Reading - Ephesians 5: 21-32