Tag Archives: luminous mystery

20110407 While He was still speaking, there came a cloud and cast a shadow over them, and they became frightened as they entered the cloud. God’s presence draws close, and the disciples are frightened in their lack of knowledge and … Continue reading →

20110317 “Jesus said, ‘Her many sins have been forgiven; for she has shown great love.’” In context it is absolutely clear that her love is a result of her being forgiven, NOT the cause of her being forgiven. The initiative … Continue reading →

20110317 “Then He told them, ‘Draw some out now and take it to the headwaiter.’” The servants had filled the jars with water, and now they were asked to take some to the headwaiter. They were taking a risk – … Continue reading →

20110317 “Then he (John) allowed it.” In spite of his reservations, and his feeling unworthy, John the Baptist agreed to baptize his cousin, Jesus. We are often paralysed by our sense of unworthiness, or afraid of taking on a more … Continue reading →

20110113 “Whatever you ask in My name, I will do, that the Father may be glorified in the Son.” Do I pray in Jesus’ Name? Do I do anything in Jesus’ Name? Do I think, speak and act as He … Continue reading →

20110113 “And with Jesus stood Moses and Elijah.” Jesus chose to rely on human witnesses – the apostles could recognise His credibility based partly on the credibility of the witnesses Moses and Elijah. My children will see me as a … Continue reading →

20110113 “Mary said to Jesus, ‘They have no wine.’” Mary saw the problem and simply reported it – She did not add any mitigating circumstances or suggest any solutions. May our confessions and our prayers be that simple? Dear Jesus … Continue reading →

Lectio: “Whatever you ask in My name, I will do, that the Father may be glorified in the Son.” Meditatio: I remember thinking that asking for things in Jesus’ name simply meant tagging on the formula “Through Christ our Lord” … Continue reading →