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The Words of Jesus of Nazareth by Lee Cantelon
This Generation
Whoever is ashamed of me and of my words in these days of sin and non-belief of that person, the Son of Man will be ashamed when he returns in the glory of his Father with the holy angels.
John, the forerunner, came and lived among you in great austerity. Everyone said: "He must be possessed of a demon."
Now the Son of Man has come to you, enjoying life, and you say: "He is a drunkard and a glutton, and the friend of sinners!" With such brilliance, you justify your own inconsistency.
Oh generation, who live your lives based on lies: how can you, being without truth, say anything worth hearing? For out of the abundance of the heart, the mouth speaks.
When it is evening, you say: "It will be fair weather, for the sky is red."
In the morning you say: "It will be foul weather today, for the sky is threatening."
With accuracy you forecast a change in the weather. How is it that you have failed to discern the signs of the times?
Come unto me all who are tired, oppressed, and sick of life, and I will give you wonderful rest! Receive my words and let me teach you, for I am gentle and kind. You will find rest for your souls. That which I ask of you is for your benefit, and that which I demand of you is light.
Those who have chosen to follow me in this generation will one day sit upon thrones and judge kingdoms and kings who have hardened their hearts and turned away from these righteous words.
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Abba, Father, Lord God, thankful for Your blessings, humbled by the reality of my nature, I feel empty, void of the grace and mercy needed for others; so I come to You seeking, asking and praying for my daily bread to feed and fill me with Your love, compassion and understanding. I seek refuge in Your presence and rest and peace in Your arms. Pull me close, carry me if You must, take me past myself and above my nature. Liken my heart to that of my Lord Jesus’ and keep me from causing any pain. O for the sake of His sorrowful passion have mercy on us and on the whole world. Help us to keep our hearts open and to seek only to You when we are tired and sick of life under the sun, to rest and receive Your Words, the Words spoken by Jesus, the Words of live, the Words that feed our souls, comforting us when we draw near and convicting us when we drift away. O Lord God keep me close, in Jesus light my path, through the Spirit guide my thoughts, words and actions. In the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, Amen.
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Is it not true that your gloominess and bad temper are due to your lack of determination in breaking the subtle snares laid by your own disordered desires? The daily examination of conscience is an indispensible help if we are to follow our Lord with sincerity of heart and integrity of life.
— St. Jose Maria Escriva’
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Sirach 48:1-4, 9-11
Psalm 80:2-3, 15-16, 18-19
Matthew 17:10-13
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Audio books I am listening to and other books or readings I am reading:
The Processes: Ask and It Is Given, Volume 2 (Unabridged) Ask and It Is Given, by Esther and Jerry Hicks, which presents the teachings of the nonphysical entity Abraham, will help you learn how to manifest your desires so that you’re living the joyous and fulfilling life you deserve. As you listen, you’ll discover powerful processes that will help you go with the positive flow of life. It’s your birthright to live a life filled with everything that is good, and this audio program will show you how to make it so in every way!
There’s No Such Thing as "Business" Ethics (Unabridged) Best-selling author and expert on leadership John C. Maxwell claims there is only one rule for business. How does a person judge what is ethical? Sometimes it’s clear. You know Enron’s leaders were in the wrong. But is it always easy to see where the line is in your life? What’s the standard? And can it work in all situations? John C. Maxwell thinks it can. When the New York Times best-selling author, successful businessman, and former pastor was asked about his thoughts on business ethics, his response was, "There’s no such thing. There’s only ethics." Maxwell asserts there’s one ethical standard for all behavior. And you might be surprised by what it’s based on. Did you know that a variation of the Golden Rule exists in every major religion? In There’s No Such Thing as Business Ethics, Maxwell shows how people can live with integrity by using the Golden Rule as their standard (regardless of religion, culture, or circumstances). Along the way, he delves into the desires of the human heart, reveals the five most common causes that get people off track ethically, and teaches how to develop the Midas touch when it comes to integrity.
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One Walk 