Jesus’ great Discourse of the Mission begins in these Gospel verses with the calling together of the twelve disciples and the summative naming of the twelve. These twelve apostles are mandated; they are sent to establish the first foundations of Christ’s Church, and they are empowered by Jesus to exorcise unclean spirits and to heal the sick, to perform the very miracles of Jesus as a sign that the Kingdom of God has come. Through exorcism, the apostles are called to an imitation of Christ, and so in this way to establish the Christian community [ … ]
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Life Of Jesus In The Gospels | How Can We Meet Jesus Through The Gospels? | Historical Jesus | Jesus Through Faith | Audio KJV | King James Audio Bible
Christian Art | Life Of Jesus In The Gospels | King James Audio Bible KJV The Gospel Of Saint John 14: 1-7 | King James Audio Bible YouTube: Connection With [ … ]
What Are The Ten Commandments In The Bible? | The Decalogue | How Did Jesus Speak Of The Commandments And Of Jewish Law?
The Ten Commandments, also known as the Decalogue, are a set of religious and moral imperatives believed to have been given by God to the Israelites and recorded in the Hebrew Bible. They are traditionally understood to provide a code of conduct for the faithful to follow, and are of great significance in Judaism and Christianity. According to the biblical account, God delivered the Ten Commandments to Moses on tablets of stone on Mount Sinai, which he then brought down from the mountain and presented to the Israelites [ … ]
Daily Gospel Verses | Understanding The Parables | What Do Jesus’ Parables Mean? | Good Samaritan | Prodigal Son | Audio Bible KJV
The parables constitute the heart of Jesus’ teaching. In our time, the stories remain to us strikingly vivid and fresh, touching us with an immediate sense of Jesus’ humanity. Indeed, such is their personal character that we have in the parables a sense of being with Jesus.= [ … ]
Prayer For Compassion | Love Revealed By Jesus Christ | Prayer With The Gospels
Gospel Reading: Matthew 25:35-36 (KJV) ‘For I was an hungred, and ye gave me no meat: I was thirsty, and ye gave me no drink: I was a stranger, and [ … ]
Meditations On The Love Of Jesus Christ | King James Audio Bible | KJV | Word Aloud | Love Revealed By Jesus | Gethsemane
As I meditate upon the love of Jesus Christ, I am struck by its boundlessness and its depth. His love is not limited by time or space, nor is it conditional upon our worthiness. Jesus loves us simply because we are his creation, his beloved children. In Jesus’ love, there is no fear, no judgment, only grace and mercy [ … ]
Love Revealed By Jesus Christ | Prayer With The Gospels | Prayer for Family | King James Audio Bible | KJV
Dear Jesus, Thank you for the blessing of family. Help me to appreciate and cherish my family members, both biological and spiritual. Guide me to be a source of love, support, and encouragement to them. Grant us the strength to overcome challenges together and to celebrate our joys with gratitude. May our family be a reflection of your love and grace. Help us to forgive one another, to be patient, and to build each other up. Let your peace reign in our home, and may we always seek to do your will. Amen [ … ]
Love Revealed By Jesus Christ | Prayer With The Gospels | Prayer For Social Justice
Dear Jesus, You have taught us the value of each person and the importance of justice. Open my eyes to see the suffering and injustice around me. Fill my heart with compassion and the desire to act. Help me to stand up for those who are oppressed and marginalized, to speak out against injustice, and to work tirelessly for a world that reflects your love and justice. Guide my steps and use my voice to bring about change. May your spirit of justice be my guide, and may I be a beacon of your love in a world that so desperately needs it [ … ]
Love Revealed By Jesus Christ | Prayer With The Gospels | Prayer For Friends | Pray With Jesus | Simple Prayer
‘Henceforth I call you not servants; for the servant knoweth not what his lord doeth: but I have called you friends; for all things that I have heard of my Father I have made known unto you.’
In this verse, Jesus elevates the relationship with his followers from servants to friends. He shares his knowledge and heart with us, inviting us into a deep and intimate friendship. This passage encourages us to reflect on the significance of being called friends by Jesus and the responsibilities and blessings that come with such a relationship [ … ]
Love Revealed By Jesus Christ | Prayer With The Gospels | Prayer For Joy | Pray With Jesus | Simple Prayer
Dear Jesus, You are the source of true joy. Fill my heart with your joy, a joy that is steadfast and unshakable. Help me to find joy in your presence and in the blessings you have given me. Teach me to see the beauty in everyday moments and to appreciate the gift of life. Let your joy be my strength, uplifting me in times of difficulty and celebrating with me in times of happiness. May your joy overflow in my life, touching those around me and bringing light to the world. Amen [ … ]
Love Revealed By Jesus Christ | Prayer With The Gospels | Prayer For Love | Pray With Jesus | Simple Prayer
Dear Jesus, Your love is the foundation of my faith. Teach me to love others as you have loved me, with selflessness and compassion. Help me to see others through your eyes, recognizing their worth and value. Fill my heart with your love so that I may overflow with kindness, patience, and understanding. Guide my actions and words to reflect your love in all that I do. May your love be a light in my life, bringing hope and healing to those around me. Amen [ … ]
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Scripture: John 14:27 ‘Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled [ … ]
A Healing Prayer With Jesus For Lent | Our Father | The Lord’s Prayer | King James Audio Bible | KJV | Jesus In The Garden Of Gethsemane | Love Revealed By Jesus Christ
In the Garden Of Gethsemane, Jesus prayed to his Father, seeking strength to face the sacrifice he would soon make for our sins. As Jesus prayed, Jesus experienced sorrow and grief as he fully understood the weight of the sin that he would bear on the Cross [ … ]
Listen To The Bible! | Psalm 40 | King James Audio Bible KJV | Thanksgiving For Deliverance And Prayer For Help | Prayer With Jesus And King David | True Faith In God | Pray The Psalms
Psalm 40 is a song of deep personal reflection attributed to King David. It tells a powerful narrative of waiting patiently for the Lord, being lifted from depths of despair, and responding with heartfelt praise [ … ]
Depths Of Psalm 51 (Vulgate 50) | Faith, Religion And The Bible | King James Audio Bible KJV | Miserere
Explore the rich history and meaning behind Psalm 51(/50), a central text in the Christian religion. Discover different interpretations and the role of faith, prayer, and Bible study in understanding this revered psalm [ … ]
Listen To The Bible! | Psalm 119 | King James Audio Bible KJV | Glory Of God’s Law | Prayer With Jesus And King David | True Faith In God | Pray The Psalms
Psalm 119 explores the relationship between a believer and the divine law. This acrostic Psalm is structured with each of its 22 sections corresponding to a letter of the Hebrew alphabet, and each verse within a stanza beginning with that letter. This meticulous arrangement is not merely a literary flourish; it serves to emphasize the depth and breadth of the Psalm’s central themes. The Psalm’s opening verses, ‘Blessed are those whose ways are blameless, who walk according to the law of the LORD’ (Psalm 119:1), immediately set the tone for its primary theme: a deep reverence and love for God’s commandments, statutes, and laws [ … ]
Seven Prayers With Jesus In The Garden Of Gethsemane | Meditations On The Love Of Jesus Christ | Love Revealed By Jesus | King James Audio Bible | KJV
In the Garden of Gethsemane, Jesus humbly surrendered his own desires to trust in God’s plan. Let us learn from Jesus’ example and place our trust in God, knowing that His plan is always best [ … ]
Meditations On The Love Of Jesus Christ | Jesus’ Entrance Into Jerusalem On Palm Sunday | King James Audio Bible KJV
The meditation on the love of Jesus Christ on Palm Sunday is struck by the imagery of Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem, though on a donkey. Crowds of people gathered around Jesus, laying down their cloaks and palm branches before Jesus, shouting ‘Hosanna to the Son of David! Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord! Hosanna in the highest!’ (Matthew 21:9, KJV) [ … ]
Christian Gifts Of Martyrdom | Prayer With Jesus In The Garden Of Gethsemane | King James Audio Bible | KJV
Jesus promises his disciples that they shall be persecuted. It is an extraordinary knowledge to impose. We might wonder at the courage and bravery inspired by Jesus in these most early Christians to witness Jesus Christ and to be the first Christian Church. Gradually, through his time with his disciples, Jesus teaches his disciples to anticipate and to understand the crucifixion – the Christian Cross [ … ]
Prayer With Jesus In The Garden Of Gethsemane | Humanity Of Christ And Surrendering To God’s Will | Meditations On The Love Of Jesus Christ | Simple Prayer
In the serenity of the Garden of Gethsemane, we witness a profound and touching display of Jesus’ humanity. As Jesus led his disciples to this secluded place, the weight of the impending events pressed heavily upon him. Jesus’ heart was burdened with sorrow, and Jesus’ soul was deeply troubled. It is essential to recognize that, despite being the divine Son of God, Jesus fully embraced his humanity, experiencing the same emotions and struggles as any human being [ … ]
Reflections On The Love Of Jesus Christ | Glorious Mysteries | Prayer | King James Audio Bible
As I pray and reflect on the resurrection of Jesus, I am filled with gratitude and joy. I thank God for his great love for us, for sending his Son to die for our sins, and for raising Jesus from the dead so that we might have eternal life. I pray that I may always walk in the power of Jesus’ resurrection, and that I may be a witness to others of Jesus’ love and grace. Amen [ … ]
Reflections On The Love Of Jesus Christ | Luminous Mysteries | King James Audio Bible | KJV | Love Revealed By Jesus Christ
As I contemplate the Baptism of Jesus, I am invited to reflect on my own baptism and the significance of this sacrament in my life. I am reminded that, like Jesus, I am a beloved child of God, called to participate in Jesus’ mission of love and reconciliation. I am challenged to live out my baptismal promises, to renounce sin and evil, and to follow Jesus on the path of discipleship. And I am encouraged to draw upon the grace of the Holy Spirit, which is poured out upon me in my baptism, to transform me from within and to make me a new creation in Christ [ … ]
Reflections On The Love Of Jesus Christ | Sorrowful Mysteries | Prayer With Jesus | King James Audio Bible | Lent | KJV
The Gospel of Matthew tells us that Jesus was brought to Pilate, the Roman governor, and was then scourged by the soldiers. They stripped Jesus, tied him to a pillar or post, and whipped im with a whip that had sharp pieces of bone or metal embedded in the cords. The blows would have torn into Jesus’ flesh, causing excruciating pain and leaving Jesus covered in blood [ … ]
What Is Lent? | Meaning Of Lent | Christian Calendar | Advice For Christians | Prayer Of Lent | To Be With Jesus | Faith And Sacrifice | King James Audio Bible KJV
Lent is a time of reflection and preparation for Easter, when Christians celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ. It is a time to focus on one’s faith and to draw closer to God. Many people find that the discipline and sacrifice of Lent helps them to grow spiritually and to develop a deeper relationship with God [ … ]
Gethsemane To Easter | The Christian Experience Of Ash Wednesday And Lent | Prayer With Jesus | King James Audio Bible | KJV
From Sin to Salvation | The Significance of Ash Wednesday and Lent | Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of the Lent, the Lenten season, and falls 46 days before Easter – which is to say 40 days plus Sundays. A day of fasting and penitence, Christians are called to acknowledge their sinfulness and repent. On Ash Wednesday, ashes are placed on the forehead of each person in the sign of the Cross as a symbol of mortality and penitence [ … ]
What Is Easter? | Easter And Passover | When Is Easter? | Redemption And Salvation In Jesus Christ | The Bible | Audio KJV | King James Audio Bible
Easter is the Christian holiday that celebrates the Resurrection of Jesus Christ. According to the Bible, Jesus was crucified on a Cross, died, and was buried. However, on the third day after his death, Jesus rose from the dead and appeared to his followers. Jesus is the Lord and conquered death [ … ]
The Ten Commandments | The First Commandment: ‘I Am The Lord Your God. You Shall Not Have Strange Gods Before Me’
The first commandment is a fundamental aspect of the Christian faith that calls on believers to put God first in their lives and to reject any false gods or idolatries that may distract them from their relationship with God. By following this commandment and living out its principles in their daily lives, Christians can more fully embrace their faith and grow closer to God [ … ]
The Ten Commandments | The Fifth Commandment: ‘Thou shalt not kill’ | King James Audio Bible KJV
Human life is sacred because from its beginning it involves the creative action of God and it remains forever in a special relationship with the Creator, who is its sole end. God alone is the Lord of life from its beginning until its end: no one can under any circumstance claim for himself the right directly to destroy an innocent human being [ … ]
Reflections On The Love Of Jesus Christ | Joyful Mysteries | King James Audio Bible | KJV | Prayers
As I reflect upon the Annunciation to Mary, I am filled with a sense of awe and wonder at the way God works in our lives. The story of the angel Gabriel appearing to Mary to announce that she will conceive and bear a son is a powerful reminder of God’s love and mercy, and of the miraculous ways in which He works in our lives [ … ]
Epiphany Of The Lord | The Magi | Three Kings / Three Wise Men | Meaning Of Epiphany | Gifts Of Gold, Frankincense And Myrrh | King Herod And The Flight To Egypt | King James Audio Bible
The word “epiphany” comes from the Greek word “epiphaneia,” which means “manifestation” or “appearance.” In the Christian tradition, the Epiphany is considered to be the day when the divinity of Jesus was revealed to the world through the visit of the Magi, also known as the three wise men or kings, who brought gifts to the newborn Jesus [ … ]
Prayer With Jesus | Beatitudes | Blessed Are The Peacemakers For They Shall Be Called The Children Of God | Meditations On The Love Of Jesus Christ | Simple Prayer
Jesus, as the Prince of Peace, showed us the way to be peacemakers. Jesus taught us to love our enemies, to forgive those who hurt us, and to seek reconciliation. Jesus’ life exemplified the power of forgiveness and the possibility of healing broken relationships [ … ]
Meditations On The Love Of Jesus Christ | Powerful Prayer To Jesus With The Angels | King James Audio Bible | Love Revealed By Jesus
The presence of angels in the Gospels expressed incarnation of the divine in the person of Jesus Christ. Angels heralded Jesus’ coming, rejoicing in the birth of the Saviour. In the Gospel of Luke, an angel announced to the shepherds, ‘Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord’ (Luke 2:10-11, KJV) [ … ]
Meditations On The Love Of Jesus Christ On The Via Dolorosa | Stations Of The Cross
O Lord, as I begin this journey through the Stations of the Cross, I ask you to be with me and guide me. Help me to open my heart to your love and to be present to your presence in each moment. May this time of meditation deepen my understanding of your sacrifice and strengthen my faith in your redeeming power. I ask this in your holy name. Amen [ … ]
Meditations On The Love Of Jesus Christ | Sharing Jesus’ Prayer In The Garden Of Gethsemane | King James Audio Bible
In the quiet of the Garden of Gethsemane, Jesus prayed, experiencing his bond with his Father. Jesus humbly accepted God the Father’s plan, even knowing the suffering ahead. Jesus’ mission was to bring salvation through sacrifice. Jesus cared for his disciples, urging them to pray together for strength. An angel comforted Jesus, expressing divine support. Jesus’ agony in the Garden of Gethsemane teaches us to pray, to seek God’s will and trust in God’s purpose, to find courage in our faith [ … ]
Prayer With Jesus | Ten Commandments | Thou Shalt Not Covet | Jealousy | Meditations On The Love Of Jesus Christ | Simple Prayer
The early Christian community reminds us that our possessions are not to be the source of our identity or security. Rather, they are to be seen as tools for serving and blessing others. It calls us to reimagine our relationships with material wealth, recognizing that true fulfilment comes from using our resources to uplift others and build the kingdom of God [ … ]
Prayer With Jesus | Ten Commandments | Thou Shalt Not Bear False Witness | Meditations On The Love Of Jesus Christ | Simple Prayer
When we bear false witness about ourselves, pretending to be faultless or righteous, we deceive not only others but also ourselves. Jesus calls us to be authentic, acknowledging our need for his grace and our dependence on his power to live according to his commandments [ … ]
Prayer With Jesus | Ten Commandments | Thou Shalt Not Steal | Meditations On The Love Of Jesus Christ | Simple Prayer
Jesus’ teachings often challenged the worldly values and materialistic mindset prevalent in society. Jesus emphasized the importance of prioritizing eternal treasures over earthly possessions. One notable interaction occurred when a rich young ruler approached Jesus and asked what he must do to inherit eternal life (Mark 10:17-22, KJV) [ … ]
Prayer With Jesus | Ten Commandments | Thou Shalt Not Kill | Meditations On The Love Of Jesus Christ | Simple Prayer
Jesus affirmed the commandment against killing and expanded its meaning to include not only the physical act but also the intentions and attitudes of the heart. Jesus taught that harbouring anger, hatred, or holding grudges against others is akin to committing murder in one’s heart (Matthew 5:21-22) [ … ]