09 Aug Contrite Spirit (Psalm 51:19) by Jillian Stojeba
Welcome God now with this LIFE Group Devotion (FB), provided by LIFE Runners (FB). Leaders. Guest Authors.
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“My sacrifice, O God, is a contrite spirit; a heart contrite and humbled, O God, you will not spurn.” ~ Psalm 51:19 (full readings)
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Jillian’s Reflections: How blessed are we that the Lord Jesus Christ forgives all of our sin and so many shortcomings, even the wickedness of abortion and denying God. When I walked into the abortion clinic, seeking a solution to a desperate situation and in an absolute panic, I carried a veil over my eyes the secular world had added layer upon layer to, until I was in complete blackness. Seven years later, during my first Reconciliation, an abundance of 35 years of accumulated drudge was lifted and washed away. Such heavy burdens dissolved into absolute nothingness. Now 10 years serving as a dedicated single, a devout penitent, what a miracle God works in the heart of a convert! The graces given through steadfast acceptance of God’s requests, to serve Him by serving others, is immeasurable. Lord, let me never consider I should not suffer and live my life as the poor and always remember what an honor it is to serve God humbly in gratitude for saving the life of my only son, as I walked out of Planned Parenthood before his life could be snuffed out forever. Thanks be to God, always.
* Jillian Stojeba is mother to son Nicholas Joseph, 19, and founder of Missionaries of Life, a charity serving $2 million in food and clothing to Pro-Life causes, single parents, the elderly, immigrants & the poor.
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Faith Challenge: See all, especially the marginalized, as Christ. Be the face of Christ unto them as you assist them in their struggles, every day.
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Counter-Culture News: LSN, LifeNews, Priests for Life, AFA,Vatican, Project Rachel.
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Our Prayers: Prayer to end abortion. LIFE Runners Creed. Add Prayers. Pray with meals, bedtime, wake up, etc. Consider mid-week Family Rosary (17 min). Let’s pray now.
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Feast Day: St. Louis of Toulouse.
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Faith Quote: Every saint has a past and every sinner has a future. ~ Oscar Wilde
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In Christ, for His people,
Jillian
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* Pray/Fast: Prayer connects us with God’s will and His miracles, changing us & helping others. Fast from things that take your eyes off Jesus. Those who pray together stay together, and close to God!
* Save Unborn (and families): Abortion (images) is #1 death cause (22% pregnancies). Prov 24:11 and Jer 1:5. “A great poverty that a child must die that you might live as you wish.” Mother Teresa.
* Evangelize: Make room for unbelievers and re-evangelization of self, by way of prayer (relationship) and following Christ’s example of love (service/sacrifice/mercy). Matt 28:19.