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Daily Reflections

Daily Scripture, July 1, 2025

Scripture:

Genesis 19:15-29
Matthew 8:23-27

Reflection:

Today’s first reading is one of the most dramatic examples of God’s mercy in the Old Testament. The story begins earlier in Genesis with God telling Abraham that Sodom and its people will be destroyed due to their sinful ways. Abraham negotiates with God to save the city if 50 good people can be found. Abraham keeps lowering the bar but not even 10 good people can be found. Finally, God agrees to save Lot and his family from the destruction. The story catches up in today’s reading with two angels telling Lot to leave Sodom before it is destroyed. When Lot keeps delaying, the angels physically lead the family to safety.

In this story we encounter a listening, forgiving God. In other words, a merciful God for our times, too. Unlike human mercy, which can be limited and conditional, God’s mercy is unlimited and unconditional, not earned by us but freely given to us.

God patiently listened to Abraham and spared Lot and his family. When family or friends suffer illnesses, tragedies or personal loss, we respond that they are in our prayers. Do we also pray to God to intercede on behalf of victims of war, poverty, discrimination, and mental health crises? Do we have faith that God will listen to our prayers?

When God first tells Abraham that Sodom will be destroyed, no exception was made for Lot. We can speculate that Lot most likely delayed leaving Sodom because he was comfortable there despite the depravity of the city. Despite Lot’s actions, God forgave him. Whether we have minor stumbles or serious failings, God’s mercy is waiting for us, too. Do we respond to this gift by working to do better?

We are called to imitate God’s mercy in our own lives and challenged to be more forgiving, compassionate and loving towards others. By doing so, we not only honor God but also contribute to a more just and humane world.

Mike Owens is the coordinator of the Passionist Alumni Association and a member of the Migration Commission of Holy Cross Province. He lives in Louisville, Kentucky. 

Daily Scripture, October 24, 2024

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21Luke 12:49-53 Reflection: Love of Christ  To know the love of Christ which surpasses knowledge, that you may be filled up to all the fullness of God.-Ephesians 3:19 This week » Continue Reading.

Daily Scripture, October 23, 2024

Scripture: Ephesians 3:2-12Luke 12:39-48 Reflection: Then Peter said, “Lord, is this parable meant for us or for everyone?” (Luke 12:41) Peter asks a good question. It is probably a question » Continue Reading.

Daily Scripture, October 22, 2024

Scripture: Ephesians 2:12-22Luke 12:35-38 Reflection: For the weekday Masses during Ordinary Time, the Scripture readings go through the various books of the Old and New Testaments, and the Gospel readings » Continue Reading.

Daily Scripture, October 21, 2024

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10Luke 12:13-21 Reflection: In our gospel today, someone says to Jesus, “Teacher, tell my brother to share the inheritance with me.”  Jesus does not directly respond. Rather Jesus » Continue Reading.

Daily Scripture, October 20, 2024

Feast of St. Paul of the Cross, Founder of the Passionists Scripture: Isaiah 53:10-11Hebrews 4:14-16Mark 10:35-45 Reflection: Today is a very important day for all the Passionists throughout the world.  » Continue Reading.

Daily Scripture, October 19, 2024

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23Luke 12:8-12 Reflection: There is no better gift than to receive a card or letter letting us know that we made a difference in someone’s life and blessed » Continue Reading.

Daily Scripture, October 18, 2024

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:10-17bLuke 10:1-9 Reflection: Today we celebrate the Feast of St. Luke.  Luke wrote a two-volume work – the Gospel of Luke and the Acts of the Apostles.  » Continue Reading.

Daily Scripture, October 17, 2024

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-10Luke 11:47-54 Reflection: Have you ever heard news so wonderful, so completely stupendous, that you couldn’t hold it in? A message so breathtaking that it just had to » Continue Reading.

Daily Scripture, October 16, 2024

Scripture: Galatians 5:18-25Luke 11:42-46 Reflection: One of my favorite movie lines comes from the golf classic, “Caddyshack.” Judge Smails and Ty are arguing about participation in a golf tournament. The » Continue Reading.

Daily Scripture, October 15, 2024

Scripture: Galatians 5:1-6Luke 11:37-41 Reflection: Can you imagine being invited to someone’s home for an evening meal and then find yourself being criticized for the way you eat your food » Continue Reading.

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