Thursday, February 19, 2015

Thursday, February 19, 2015

Thursday, February 19, 2015:

Jesus said: “My people, in today’s first reading, you are asked to choose life between the blessing and the curse. This is literally a choice between heaven or hell for your final destination. Those, who follow My laws and love Me, will receive their reward. But those, who refuse to love Me and refuse to accept Me and My ways, are on the road to hell. In the Gospel I asked everyone to pick up their daily cross and bear it up for My Name’s sake. Bearing your daily struggles, especially this winter, can be trying at times, but imitate how I carried My cross. In everything, I want you to love Me and your neighbor. St. Paul finished his life by saying that I have fought the good fight and I have finished the course. I have kept the faith. Now, I will receive My reward. (Timothy 4:6-8)”

Prayer Group:

Jesus said: “My people, you have seen the Muslim terrorists martyr twenty-one Coptic Christians with their gruesome killing and beheading. You have seen several episodes of these brutal beheadings, and yet where is the outrage from your leaders as they look the other way? It is bad enough that these terrorists are killing Christians, but why is your President making excuses for the terrorists? You are looking at what the radical Muslims will do when they come to America.”

Jesus said: “My people, you are seeing continuous waves of snow and deep cold coming into your Northern states. Even though you are weary of snow removal, you still need to help each other to get through your wintry trials. You are fortunate to have good snow plows to clear your roads. Many people are suffering from higher heating bills than average. Be willing to remove the snow for your neighbors, and help people stuck in the snow. Be aware of older people so they can get proper heat and food to eat. All of your good deeds will store up treasure in heaven.”

Jesus said: “My people, as you start a new Lenten Season, you remember quickly how hard it is to do some fasting and more acts of self-denial. Some are giving up sweets, TV watching, or other comforts. When you suffer a little denial of your earthly desires, it is difficult to continue throughout all of Lent. You also are realizing that you do not really need so many comforts. With more charity donations, you are helping people in their financial needs. Remain steadfast in your devotions of more prayers.”

Jesus said: “My people, you are taken back by so many beheadings by the Islamic terrorists in how ruthless they are. Many of you do not see how your abortionist doctors tear the little babies apart in abortion, and crush their heads. They even have to make sure that all the body parts are removed. Then they discard these little bodies into a human garbage bin. I would say that your abortions are even more vicious than some of these beheadings. ISIS is killing some Christians, but you are killing a million babies every year. If you want to have compassion, you should protest all of your abortion laws to save the defenseless unborn babies.”

Jesus said: “My people, having mission retreats are appropriate during Lent so you can be guided in improving your spiritual life. Many people do not take the time to come to Confession as often as they should. These missions usually have one night focused on repentance in Confessions. Take advantage of this opportunity to cleanse your souls of your sins. Even despite your bad weather, you should make time for Me at your parish missions. Lent is a good time to examine your consciences, so you could live a holier life. You could even continue some of your Lenten practices throughout the whole year.”

Jesus said: “My people, it is obvious that Russian troops in non-military garb, are slowly taking over the Ukraine, and they are meeting little to no resistance. No one is sending substantial arms to help the Ukraine. All the West can do is use sanctions and diplomacy which is not stopping the tanks. The European countries are next on Russia’s agenda, so they need to make a stand before it is too late. Keep praying for peace, but defensive fighting will be required.”

Jesus said: “My people, you are seeing some serious damage to your cars in all the ice related accidents. Your ice storms are causing power outages where people have to find warm shelters. Homes are suffering broken water pipes and crushed roofs from the heavy snowstorms. Your economy and people’s lives are being adversely affected by all the cold, snow, and ice. Pray for your safety and warm places to stay. Keep helping your neighbors in their needs.”