Friday of week 34 in Ordinary Time 


Rev. 20:1-4,​11-21:2

Psalm 83(84):3-6,8

Luke 21:29-33




DRAW ME CLOSER TO YOU, MY LORD!


The Lord reveals His plans to those who place their trust in Him. When we live in close communion with God and remain steadfast, He will guide us in discovering the secrets and paths to a fulfilled life. Scripture instructs us: "Draw near to God, and He will draw near to you" (James 4:8). "Call to Me, and I will answer you" (Jeremiah 33:3). This journey promises to be an extraordinary experience!



As Jesus declares, "I bless You, Father, Lord of Heaven and Earth, for having hidden these things from the wise and revealed them to the little ones" (Matthew 11:25). If we humble ourselves, pray continually, and obey God, He will navigate us through life's journey.



Christ reassures us today, as He always has, that "Heaven and earth will pass away, but My words will never pass away." He is the Word of God—Dei Verbum, the Word of Life. The Word made flesh, the long-awaited blessing, and the gift of the Father to humanity and the entire universe. He reveals Himself through His Word, in the Sacraments, within the Church, and through our neighbors. May the name of the Lord be praised and exalted now and forever, and may we consistently honor God's heart and serve Him all our days.



Live well, and may God bless you!

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