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Good morning brothers and sisters
Galatians 4:19~ My little children, of whom I travail in birth again until Christ be formed in you,
Paul had a clear goal for new followers of Jesus: he wanted Jesus to be formed in them. He wanted them to come to full maturity in Christ (see Colossians 1:28-29). He knew the Holy Spirit would help them in this process if they would focus their hearts on Jesus and seek to reflect Jesus' character in their lives (2 Corinthians 3:18). So, as we go through our dai... moreGood morning brothers and sisters
Galatians 4:19~ My little children, of whom I travail in birth again until Christ be formed in you,
Paul had a clear goal for new followers of Jesus: he wanted Jesus to be formed in them. He wanted them to come to full maturity in Christ (see Colossians 1:28-29). He knew the Holy Spirit would help them in this process if they would focus their hearts on Jesus and seek to reflect Jesus' character in their lives (2 Corinthians 3:18). So, as we go through our daily activities, let's honor his goal — let's invite Jesus to come to life in us.
Prayer: Holy and righteous God, may the presence of Jesus grow in my thoughts, actions, and words, and may the worldly and wrong things I do and say shrink. May this be true today, but even more, dear Father, may it be clearer every day. In Jesus' precious name, I pray. Amen.
CAA DINAH SCIVOLETTI
PRIORY OF ST JOAN OF ARC
Good night brothers and sisters
Jeremiah 17:14~ heal me, O Lord, and I shall be healed; save me, and I shall be saved: for thou art my praise.
Just as the humble egg holds a world of potential within its delicate layers, we too carry a treasure within our earthly vessels. Like the egg, we are intricately designed, with each layer serving a purpose, safeguarding the divine gifts and anointing that the Creator has lovingly placed in our core. Our bodies, the outermost casing, are the keepers of ... moreGood night brothers and sisters
Jeremiah 17:14~ heal me, O Lord, and I shall be healed; save me, and I shall be saved: for thou art my praise.
Just as the humble egg holds a world of potential within its delicate layers, we too carry a treasure within our earthly vessels. Like the egg, we are intricately designed, with each layer serving a purpose, safeguarding the divine gifts and anointing that the Creator has lovingly placed in our core. Our bodies, the outermost casing, are the keepers of the invaluable essence that God intends to utilize for the flourishing of His kingdom. As we deepen our walk with the Lord, the brilliance of what lies within us gradually shines forth.
Yet, life's trials and tribulations can strike like a hammer upon an eggshell, threatening to shatter our composure and strength. In those moments of fragility, it might seem as though we are rendered useless, our worth diminished by the cracks of our brokenness. Our adversary thrives on such moments, seeking to convince us that our past shortcomings and errors have left us beyond repair.
But there is a profound truth that we must hold close to our hearts: no degree of brokenness can render us useless in the eyes of the Almighty. In the midst of our shattered pieces, God's grace acts as a balm, healing and piecing us back together. Through His sacrifice, we discover liberation, solace, and a peace that transcends our understanding. Let us remember that in His hands, what is broken can be transformed into something beautiful and purposeful, a testament to His never-ending love and mercy.
Prayer: O Gracious Father, I come before You with a heart full of gratitude, for even when the weight of my struggles threatens to keep me down, I am reminded of Your unfailing love that lifts me up. In the same way that You brought healing to the woman who reached out to touch the hem of Your garment, I, too, seek Your touch in every broken place within me. I trust that in Your presence, I am made whole again, no matter how fragmented I feel. Let Your healing flow through me, and may my life reflect the transformative power of Your grace. In the precious name of Jesus, I lay down my burdens and find my rest. Amen.
CAA DINAH SCIVOLETTI
PRIORY OF ST JOAN OF ARC
Good morning brothers and sisters
Romans 8:28~ And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.
We are loved by God and, as His children, we have been called according to a purpose that He has set for our lives. Knowing this, we know that in all things, everything will always work out. Be it in life or be it in death, victory always belongs to us because we are in Christ. There is no person, no force, spirit or power... moreGood morning brothers and sisters
Romans 8:28~ And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.
We are loved by God and, as His children, we have been called according to a purpose that He has set for our lives. Knowing this, we know that in all things, everything will always work out. Be it in life or be it in death, victory always belongs to us because we are in Christ. There is no person, no force, spirit or power, that will ever be able to change what God has set to be so.
Prayer: Dear God, I thank you for the confidence that I have in you, knowing that all things will work out because I am a child of God. I thank you Lord that to live means I am given more opportunities to spread the gospel, and to die is gain as well because it simply means I am returning to you. Knowing this, I am confident in all things because I know that, as your beloved, things will always work out to the glory of your name. In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen.
CAA DINAH SCIVOLETTI
PRIORY OF ST JOAN OF ARC
Good night brothers and sisters
1 John 2:3~ And hereby we do know that we know him, if we keep his commandments.
The best way to show our love for God is to obey Him. When we are walking in step with God, we ourselves are assured of our relationship with Him, and others also see what a life lived in communion with God looks like. But when we ignore God and follow our own way, we not only hurt our witness to others, but we invite doubt into our own minds.
Prayer: Lord, thank You for revealing... moreGood night brothers and sisters
1 John 2:3~ And hereby we do know that we know him, if we keep his commandments.
The best way to show our love for God is to obey Him. When we are walking in step with God, we ourselves are assured of our relationship with Him, and others also see what a life lived in communion with God looks like. But when we ignore God and follow our own way, we not only hurt our witness to others, but we invite doubt into our own minds.
Prayer: Lord, thank You for revealing Yourself in Jesus and calling me into a relationship with You. It is a joy to know You and to have the assurance of being known by You. Help me to walk in obedience, that I may live each day in the knowledge of You and that others may know that I am Yours. In Jesus’ name, amen.
CAA DINAH SCIVOLETTI
PRIORY OF ST JOAN OF ARC
Good morning brothers and sisters
Romans 8:16~ For ye have not received the spirit of bondage again to fear; but ye have received the Spirit of adoption, whereby we cry, Abba, Father. The Spirit itself beareth witness with our spirit, that we are the children of God:
As Christians, we are no longer subjected to the power of sin or fear that was held over us before we became saved. We now have the Holy Spirit in us, who has bonded us with God and because of this we can confidently call God our... moreGood morning brothers and sisters
Romans 8:16~ For ye have not received the spirit of bondage again to fear; but ye have received the Spirit of adoption, whereby we cry, Abba, Father. The Spirit itself beareth witness with our spirit, that we are the children of God:
As Christians, we are no longer subjected to the power of sin or fear that was held over us before we became saved. We now have the Holy Spirit in us, who has bonded us with God and because of this we can confidently call God our Father. The Holy Spirit is what confirms in us that we are children of God. The Bible defines the Holy Spirit as our guarantee of an eternal life with the Father. As children of God we become co-heirs with Christ, and we will partake in the inheritance that God, the Father, gave to His son.
Prayer: Dear God, I thank you that I am free from all fear and iniquity. Thank you, Lord, that you have delivered me from the consequences of sin, and have brought me into a life of freedom. In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen. Thank you, Lord, that my identity is in you. I thank you, Father, that I have been identified as a child of God and because of this, I can call you Father. Lord, I count it a privilege to be able to partake in a heavenly inheritance with Jesus Christ, my Savior. In Jesus' name, I pray. Amens.
CAA DINAH SCIVOLETTI
PRIORY OF ST JOAN OF ARC
Good night brothers and sisters
Luke 1:17~ He will go ahead of the Lord with the spirit and power that Elijah had. He will change parents' attitudes toward their children. He will change disobedient people so that they will accept the wisdom of those who have God's approval. In this way he will prepare the people for their Lord."
In the quiet chambers of your heart, have you felt a stirring, a whisper of something greater calling your name? Like a beacon of certainty in a world of uncertainty,... moreGood night brothers and sisters
Luke 1:17~ He will go ahead of the Lord with the spirit and power that Elijah had. He will change parents' attitudes toward their children. He will change disobedient people so that they will accept the wisdom of those who have God's approval. In this way he will prepare the people for their Lord."
In the quiet chambers of your heart, have you felt a stirring, a whisper of something greater calling your name? Like a beacon of certainty in a world of uncertainty, John the Baptist stood resolute in his purpose. Imagine him, cloaked in the desert's silence, his spirit echoing, "I am the voice in the wilderness, paving the way for the Divine." He was a man who had ventured deep into solitude to grasp his calling, a calling that was etched into the very fabric of his being.
In the labyrinth of life, where do you see yourself? Do you feel the pull of a divine destiny tugging at your soul? Perhaps you wonder, "How can I uncover my own path?"
Consider John's journey. He immersed himself in the holy scriptures, sought clarity through prayer, and embraced fasting as a gateway to spiritual revelation. His wisdom ran deep; he understood the prophecy of Elijah's coming not as a literal return but as a herald of hope. He was not Elijah reborn but the voice destined to smooth the path for the King of Kings. This conviction likely sprang from seeds planted in his youth, nurtured by parents who cherished the angel's prophetic words about their child.
Embrace your quest for purpose with the same fervor. Let the Divine illuminate your path, revealing the mission crafted just for you. Trust that the answers will come, for He who calls you is faithful.
Prayer: Gracious Father, in the quietude of our souls, we seek Your guiding light. As the women who have walked the path of faith before us, we come to You with hearts open and willing. Teach us to listen for Your voice amid the clamor of life. May we, like John, find assurance in Your Word, strength in prayer, and clarity in our sacred moments of stillness. Reveal to us the tapestry of our purpose, woven with threads of Your unfailing love. May we rise to our calling with courage and grace, reflecting Your light in every step of our journey. Amen.
CAA DINAH SCIVOLETTI
PRIORY OF ST JOAN OF ARC
Good morning brothers and sisters
Psalms 31:1~ In thee, O LORD, do I put my trust; let me never be ashamed: deliver me in thy righteousness.
Trust in God can never lead to shame – that is a definite. If anything, trusting in God and choosing to be in line with his guidance will help us avoid a great deal of self-inflicted shame. As God's children, righteous in Christ Jesus, we can walk with assurance because our Father has ordered our steps. This gives us the strength to endure anything that ... moreGood morning brothers and sisters
Psalms 31:1~ In thee, O LORD, do I put my trust; let me never be ashamed: deliver me in thy righteousness.
Trust in God can never lead to shame – that is a definite. If anything, trusting in God and choosing to be in line with his guidance will help us avoid a great deal of self-inflicted shame. As God's children, righteous in Christ Jesus, we can walk with assurance because our Father has ordered our steps. This gives us the strength to endure anything that comes our way.
Prayer: Dear God, I have put all my trust in you and I am at rest because I know that you always have my best concerns at heart. I am saved because of your love; there is nothing on this earth that can shake my salvation. In times where my trust is tested, Lord I ask that you help me remain fixed on you. In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen.
CAA DINAH SCIVOLETTI
PRIORY OF ST JOAN OF ARC
Good night brothers and sisters
Acts 20:24~ But none of these things move me, neither count I my life dear unto myself, so that I might finish my course with joy, and the ministry, which I have received of the Lord Jesus, to testify the gospel of the grace of God.
What goals and aspirations motivate our actions? For Paul, as long as he could testify to God’s grace, nothing else mattered. When we come to Jesus, our lives are no longer our own. God calls us each to a unique work for His kingdom... moreGood night brothers and sisters
Acts 20:24~ But none of these things move me, neither count I my life dear unto myself, so that I might finish my course with joy, and the ministry, which I have received of the Lord Jesus, to testify the gospel of the grace of God.
What goals and aspirations motivate our actions? For Paul, as long as he could testify to God’s grace, nothing else mattered. When we come to Jesus, our lives are no longer our own. God calls us each to a unique work for His kingdom’s sake. Let us all discern the work that God has set before us, and faithfully live by the Spirit for the sake of the gospel.
Prayer: Lord, thank You for saving me by Your grace and giving me a place in Your kingdom. Please empower me by Your Spirit to live for You, to make Your priorities my own. Help me to know and understand the gifts that You have given me, so that I may serve You to the fullest, and so that you are glorified in my life and actions. In Jesus’ name, amen.
CAA DINAH SCIVOLETTI
PRIORY OF ST JOAN OF ARC
Good morning brothers and sisters
Matthew 25:21~ His lord said unto him, Well done, thou good and faithful servant: thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will make thee ruler over many things: enter thou into the joy of thy lord.
Our work, as Christians, often starts small. We will be faced with small tasks such as speaking to a few people about the gospel or serving within a 'small' capacity at church. To some, these tasks might not appear to be very important, but this isn't true. Go... moreGood morning brothers and sisters
Matthew 25:21~ His lord said unto him, Well done, thou good and faithful servant: thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will make thee ruler over many things: enter thou into the joy of thy lord.
Our work, as Christians, often starts small. We will be faced with small tasks such as speaking to a few people about the gospel or serving within a 'small' capacity at church. To some, these tasks might not appear to be very important, but this isn't true. God sees every bit of work we do, for Him, as important. When we prove to be faithful with the little we do, we will be entrusted with larger responsibilities. The little that we start off with also prepares us for the greater things to come.
Prayer: Dear God, I pray that I remain faithful to the work you have given me to do – be it big or small. I know that it is all for the glory of your name and it will bring more people to knowing you as their Father, and Jesus Christ as their Savior. Lord, I pray that I will handle all my work with excellence and diligence. In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen.
CAA DINAH SCIVOLETTI
PRIORY OF ST JOAN OF ARC
