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Walking by the Sea
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Julie O'Neal | Read Acts of the Apostles 16:25-34
We continue the story with Paul and Silas who are now imprisoned for their unwavering commitment to spreading the gospel. Rather than feeling defeated or giving up hope, they wait patiently for God’s action, singing and praying as they wait. They exhibit a deep and unwavering belief in God’s liberating...
God of grace, help us, like the jailer, embrace the liberating truth of God’s salvation. May it redefine our identity, enabling us to extend love, grace, and compassion to others through the extraordinary power of the gospel. Amen.
Across these verses, a rich journey unfolds, weaving together themes of identity, transformation, faith, and unity. Acts portrays powerful shifts in identity as a young enslaved girl and a jailer are given new opportunities. In the psalms, we read how people empowered with God’s righteousness and justice can transform communities. Revelation helps us remember the early church and how tradition continues today. John underscores unity among believers, praying for oneness through faith, mirroring divine unity. Collectively, these scriptures showcase how individual identity, nurtured by faith and transformation, unites people with God and one another, fostering cohesive unity and shared purpose.
• Read Acts 16:16-34. When have you experienced unexpected transformations that have challenged your sense of identity and self-perception?
• Read Psalm 97. How does recognizing the presence of something greater than yourself inspire in you gratitude and a desire to contribute to your community?
• Read John 17:20-26. What signs of division do you see in your community? How can you work toward the oneness to which God calls us?
• Read Revelation 22:12-14, 16-17, 20-21. Who is invited into the kingdom? How does this reshape the way you view the invitation to the sacraments?
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