DGeMs- Daily Gospel eMessage Dear Friend in the Lord, “Detachments” in Living the Faith: In today’s Gospel, Jesus was saddened by the rich young man who desired deeper happiness in his life; and the divine Gift of Eternal Life; but, he was “more attached” to his material wealth, than his love for God. Ponder on,…
DGeMs- Daily Gospel eMessage Dear Friend in the Lord, “Trinity – God of Faith”: In today’s Gospel, Jesus commissioned His apostles to go out and proclaim the Good News to all peoples. And, to Baptise them in the name of God the Father (Creator), the Son (Saviour) and the Holy Spirit (Sanctifier, Guide). Ponder on,…
DGeMs- Daily Gospel eMessage Dear Friend in the Lord, “Children – Faith”: In today’s Gospel, Jesus proclaims His Compassionate Love and Care for children. They have no Jewish legal rights; and are vulnerable. Yet, they are open to God’s Truth. Ponder on, “Do we have the eyes and heart of Jesus, to relate to children…
DGeMs- Daily Gospel eMessage Dear Friend in the Lord, “Sanctity of Marriage” – Faith: In today’s Gospel, Jesus proclaims that a marriage, is a sacred and unbreakable bond between the couple and God. Ponder on, “Trials in the relationship are part of the marriage commitment. It is through the Sacrament of Marriage, that the couple…
DGeMs- Daily Gospel eMessage Dear Friend in the Lord, “Value of Faith - Eternal Salvation”: In today’s Gospel, Jesus proclaims to His disciples that children are weak and vulnerable; and are precious in God’s eyes. And, if we care for them, we will be greatly rewarded. But, if we mislead them in their faith, this…
DGeMs- Daily Gospel eMessage Dear Friend in the Lord, “Serving Jesus” – Authenticity: In today’s Gospel, Jesus said to His disciples, “Anyone who is not against us is for us.” Ponder on, “‘Competitions’ within the church to outdo each other, often come from our emotions and/or the bad spirits’ influence; and they cause divisions. We…
DGeMs- Daily Gospel eMessage Dear Friend in the Lord, “Greatest Disciple?” – Faith: In today’s Gospel, the disciples were arguing about which of them is the greatest. Jesus’ response was, “If anyone wants to be first, he must make himself last of all and servant of all.” Ponder on, “Jesus’ Words of Wisdom, is describing…
DGeMs- Daily Gospel eMessage Dear Friend in the Lord, “Jesus’ Love for His Mother” – Faith: In today’s Gospel, even as Jesus was Suffering immensely, He never forgot His Beloved Mother: He entrusted the whole Church (represented by John) to His Mother. And, for believers, to accept Her as our Mother. Ponder on, “Do we…
DGeMs- Daily Gospel eMessage Dear Friend in the Lord, “Holy Spirit – Trinity” – Faith: In today’s Gospel, Jesus proclaimed to His disciples, “I shall send the Advocate; the Holy Spirit; from My Father. And, you will be My witnesses. . . He will lead you to the complete Truth.” Ponder on, “A good person…
DGeMs- Daily Gospel eMessage Dear Friend in the Lord, “A Focused Faith”: In today’s Gospel, Jesus reminded Peter not to be overly concerned about how long we are to live on earth. More importantly, we are to focus on our faith of “following Jesus” with fidelity. Ponder on, “Is our faith in Jesus faithful and…