Mercy and Redemption (Ps 130:7) by Jeff Grabosky

17 Oct Mercy and Redemption (Ps 130:7) by Jeff Grabosky

Welcome God now with this LIFE Group Devotion (FB), provided by LIFE Runners (FB).  Leaders.  Guest Authors.
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“With the Lord there is mercy, and fullness of redemption.” ~ Ps 130:7 (full readings)
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Jeff’s Reflections:   We all have sinned and are therefore in need of redemption.  This is such a beautiful penitential Psalm that grants comfort to all of us in need of mercy.  When Pope Benedict XVI spoke about this psalm, he talked about how God not only forgives us our sins, but how He also grants us unexpected graces.  The story of Zechariah is used as a great example of God’s mercy because when Zechariah repented of his sin, he was granted not only the restoration of his speech, but also given the gift of prochecy. God can truly turn any situation into a blessing.  He is SO good.  It is up to us, however, to repent of our sins and to trust in his goodness and mercy.  God is waiting for us to return to Him.  He will show us great mercy and reconcile us to Himself if we only recognize our sin and ask for forgiveness.  We can take confidence in His mercy and should be quick to share this good news with others.
* Jeff Grabosky and his wife Mary live in Alexandria, VA.  They are expecting their first child in February.  Jeff is the author of Running With God Across America, which details his prayerful run across the United States in 2011.  He is also the director of the A-Cross America Relay and co-director of the March for Life Nellie Gray 5K.
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Faith Challenge:  Take a minute to reflect on the generous mercy of our Lord.  For a new perspective on it, find a way to show someone else mercy in the same manner God has shown it to you.
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Counter-Culture News:  LifeSiteNews, LifeNews, American Family, Vatican, Project Rachel.
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Our Prayers:  Pray LIFE Runners Creed to end abortion.  Add Prayers. Pray with meals, bedtime, wake up, unceasingly. Consider mid-week Family Rosary (17 min). Let’s pray now.
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Feast Day:  Memorial of Saint Ignatius of Antioch, Bishop and Martyr.
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Faith Quote:  “Never lose hope in divine forgiveness, however great your sin. With God there can always be a change of heart, if you acknowledge your offense.” ~ St. Ambrose
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Through Christ Our Lord,
Jeff