DGeMs- Daily Gospel eMessage Dear Friend in the Lord, Jesus as a Child: In today’s Gospel, Jesus taught in the synagogue with such great wisdom that those who knew Him were astonished. God created the entire universe, and is Present in the mystery of the Perfection of everything that exists. Yet, many choose not to…
DGeMs- Daily Gospel eMessage Dear Friend in the Lord, Eternal Life: The reality of what is to happen to us after we die should not be taken for granted simply. Jesus continues to speak to us through His Word of the Sacred Scriptures, the Teaching Authority of the Church and His Holy Spirit’s promptings in…
DGeMs- Daily Gospel eMessage Dear Friend in the Lord, Kingdom of Heaven: This is a reality that we should take seriously in the daily living of our lives. To live in the greater consciousness of putting Jesus at the centre and foundation of our lives, will give us direction, meaning and fulfillment in our lives. It…
DGeMs- Daily Gospel eMessage Dear Friend in the Lord, Discerning heart: In today’s Gospel of the Parable of the “Darnel and the Wheat”, Jesus cautions us about the subtle and deceptive ways of the devil in sowing darnel amongst the wheat. Both are almost identical in appearances, and the darnel is poisonous. Let us develop…
DGeMs- Daily Gospel eMessage Dear Friend in the Lord, Mary’s Listening: Listening is more than hearing someone speaks. To truly listen, we must sincerely desire to enter into a genuine dialogue with people and God. Pride and prejudices block us from being open to the Truth. Mary’s humility moved her to listen to God’s Will…
DGeMs- Daily Gospel eMessage Dear Friend in the Lord, God’s Will: The “Our Father” prayer taught by Jesus Himself, is deep and profound. “Thy Will be done” alone captures the essence of the prayer. The Father’s Will of saving all peoples bore the price of Jesus’ Suffering and Death before His Resurrection. Yet, Jesus embraced the…
DGeMs- Daily Gospel eMessage Dear Friend in the Lord, Discerning Choices: In today’s Gospel of the “Parable of the Wheat and Darnel”, Jesus’ words of wisdom remind us of our need to be patient when trying to discern God’s Will. Very often, our emotions get a better hold on us in painful situations, and we…
DGeMs- Daily Gospel eMessage Dear Friend in the Lord, Faith – Depth: In today’s Gospel, Jesus explains the meaning of the “Parable of the Sower” to His disciples. Our response to God’s Word and invitation to become more like Jesus, depend on the depth of our love for God. Am I willing to die to…
DGeMs- Daily Gospel eMessage Dear Friend in the Lord, Selfless Service: In today’s Gospel, Jesus tells His apostles, “The first among you must be your slave.” Jesus was speaking of Himself “giving His Life for the ransom of many.” To serve selflessly we need to ask ourselves, “Is my love for God deep enough to…
DGeMs- Daily Gospel eMessage Dear Friend in the Lord, “Receptivity” to God’s Promptings: In today’s Gospel on the “Parable of the Sower”, Jesus challenges us to become more open and receptive to God’s transforming Protective Presence in our lives. God is more authentically connected to us at the deepest level of our being. Listen more…