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Syncan:
From Today's reading. Hos 14:2-10.

Thus says the LORD:Return, O Israel, to the LORD, your God;you have collapsed through your guilt.Take with you words,and return to the LORD; Say to him...We shall say no more, ‘Our god,’ to the work of our hands;.....

Isn't it interesting when we look at ourselves and affirm that we are not idolaters. That we have no strange God. Is this really true? At this moment in my life, is there an offense against God I seem not to be able to desist from? Is there something in my life at present that I am trying to justify by all means just because I feel helpless to stop? Is there an a sin I take lightly or normal because I can't stop from doing it? Why is this offense difficult to stop, what's at stake? My Job, My relationship, My financial state, My social image, My comfort, etc. Each of these constitute a god to me when to satisfy it comes first before God in my life. When we offend God to satisfy any of these constantly, we often say to ourselves "I will amend my life later", oh brethren, how many are they that have gone to the grave, who did not fulfill their tomorrow plans. Today we are called to look into our lives in this aspect of recurrent sins, from the ones we call venial; to the ones that is keeping us from approaching the Eucharist. "Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or unclothedness, or peril, or sword?..." Rom 8:35-

From the gospel: One of the scribes came to Jesus and asked him, “Which is the first of all the commandments?” Jesus replied, “The first is this: Hear, O Israel! The Lord our God is Lord alone! You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, with all your mind, and with all your strength. MK 12:28-34

The Master had to call the attention of all, this was a very important information, not for just those around him. He had to address the whole nation, "Hear, O Israel"! He shouted. God has to be the first in all considerations, in all decisions, in all actions and even inaction. May the good Lord have mercy on us for the various gods we've made in our lives, and by the fruits of this Lenten season tear us out of these bondage. Remember Syncan in your prayers too.

Good morning brethren, a splendid day ahead to all.

Jennydoris:
A wonderful morning to you. Enjoy your day.

Syncan:
That's why I quoted the two of you.

SalC:
Rich4God and Kamsified more power to your viewing powers

Rich4god:
lol.. We are already at the top of the viewing chain... So no need for more power...

Syncan:
Ada Ada, Thanks and God bless you.

Jennydoris:
. Good night.

Rich4god:
LENTEN PACKAGE FOR WEEKEND: Hosea 15:15-6:1-6, Lk. 18:9-14. Jesus in today's Gospel presents two contrasting personalities: one faithfully obeying the law to the smallest detail and the other considering himself to be a sinner because he served the interest of the Roman exploiters. What is striking, however, is the difference between their manner of praying. The Pharisee hardly prays at all. By boasting about his "righteousness", he simply pleases himself and not God. He is, in effect, denying that he needs God. He also exalts himself at the expense of others. The parable immediately makes clear that he entered the Temple without humility and love. He is the centre of his own thoughts and self-appraisal. Everything he did - the fasting, the paying of tithes - was good. But all the goodness of these works was, however undone by his pride: he attributed merit to himself and he had contempt for others. Both humility and charity were lacking, and without these there can be neither good works nor any virtue. In contrast, the tax collector humbly acknowledges his sinfulness and sincerely begs God's forgiveness. This is the essence of true prayer - a simple acknowledgement of one's sinfulness and nothingness before God manifesting one's need for God. This is the point of the prophet Hosea in the first reading. He enjoins us to return to the Lord. "Though He has torn us to pieces, He will heal us." So, let us turn to the throne of grace with humility of heart seeking for mercy. May the Lord grant us His mercy and show us His steadfast love! Amen!! Good morning and happy weekend!!!

Rich4god:
LENTEN PACKAGE FOR WEEKEND: Hosea 15:15-6:1-6, Lk. 18:9-14. Jesus in today's Gospel presents two contrasting personalities: one faithfully obeying the law to the smallest detail and the other considering himself to be a sinner because he served the interest of the Roman exploiters. What is striking, however, is the difference between their manner of praying. The Pharisee hardly prays at all. By boasting about his "righteousness", he simply pleases himself and not God. He is, in effect, denying that he needs God. He also exalts himself at the expense of others. The parable immediately makes clear that he entered the Temple without humility and love. He is the centre of his own thoughts and self-appraisal. Everything he did - the fasting, the paying of tithes - was good. But all the goodness of these works was, however undone by his pride: he attributed merit to himself and he had contempt for others. Both humility and charity were lacking, and without these there can be neither good works nor any virtue. In contrast, the tax collector humbly acknowledges his sinfulness and sincerely begs God's forgiveness. This is the essence of true prayer - a simple acknowledgement of one's sinfulness and nothingness before God manifesting one's need for God. This is the point of the prophet Hosea in the first reading. He enjoins us to return to the Lord. "Though He has torn us to pieces, He will heal us." So, let us turn to the throne of grace with humility of heart seeking for mercy. May the Lord grant us His mercy and show us His steadfast love! Amen!! Good morning and happy weekend!!!

SalC:
Rich4God and Kamsified more power to your viewing powers

Rose2014:
Amen. Good morning

Kamsified:
Amen Amen
Same to you sunshine

Kamsified:
Zooms in on my madam to see her clearly
Thanks for the renewed energy

Peppyluv:
Good morning brethren..
Important notice for catholics in Abuja especially those within Maitama,Asokoro,Wuse2 and closest districts. There will be a Rosary procession this morning 9am from Holy Trinity maitama to Catholic church of the assumption,Asokoro...
Quite a journey but you and I know its worth it, for every intention we pray for and blessings we need.
I'm off..see ya when I'm back

Peppyluv:
Good morning brethren..
Important notice for catholics in Abuja especially those within Maitama,Asokoro,Wuse2 and closest districts. There will be a Rosary procession this morning 9am from Holy Trinity maitama to Catholic church of the assumption,Asokoro...
Quite a journey but you and I know its worth it, for every intention we pray for and blessings we need.
I'm off..see ya when I'm back

Peppyluv:
Good morning brethren..
Important notice for catholics in Abuja especially those within Maitama,Asokoro,Wuse2 and closest districts. There will be a Rosary procession this morning 9am from Holy Trinity maitama to Catholic church of the assumption,Asokoro...
Quite a journey but you and I know its worth it, for every intention we pray for and blessings we need.
I'm off..see ya when I'm back

Kamsified:
Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled to thy protection, implored thy help, or sought thine intercession was left unaided.

Inspired by this confidence, we fly unto thee, O Virgin of virgins, our mother; to thee do we come, before thee we stand, sinful and sorrowful. O Mother of the Word Incarnate, despise not our petitions, but in thy mercy hear and answer us. Amen

Good morning brethren

Kizmarty:
Our lady conceived without sin.....pray for us

Kamsified:
Amen
Hi dear, How was your day today?
Hope u went for mass

Kizmarty:
Today was ok but I missed mass

Kamsified:
Great. May I ask why

Kizmarty:
Emm I was occupied till late midnight,was very tired by morning but I still just felt like missing it

Kamsified:
Did u just say u just felt like missing mass or is it a kind of typo
Oya come back and explain let me know what next to do with u

Kamsified:
Did u just say u just felt like missing mass or is it a kind of typo
Oya come back and explain let me know what next to do with u

Rich4god:
i get whip... Just in case.