July 11th, 2024

St. Barnabas Anglican Parish, Bluff. 
06.07. 24
Matthew 9:4-17

Reflection
Jesus speaks here of the continuity of his message with the religious beliefs of the people. He respects their beliefs and practices but knows that something new and deeper is needed. He freshens their understanding of God's dealings with them over centuries and then gives his own new message. The map of our faith lives is made up of all that has happened in our lives and in our faith. Faith is always developing and dynamic, new truths building on the truths of the past.

Prayer

Let us pray: Gracious Lord, you alone are our guide and model. You alone define what matters in our lives, what matters in the care we extend to others, what matters in our following you. Forgive us for holding too tightly to our precious old wineskins lest we waste the newness that you would bring into our lives. Encourage all of those who have lost so much. Give them patience and bring the support they need to recover. In Jesus’ name.

Amen