Father Jim’s Daily Reflection
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Father Jim Radloff
Up at 4:30 am each day for prayer, Father Jim soon discovered that others were also seeking to start their day with a short inspirational quote from the Bible. So taking advantage of Social Media, he began sharing with others the fruits of his early morning prayer amongst Sacred Scriptures. Using Lectio Divina with the daily readings from the Catholic Mass, Father Jim was now presenting a reflection that could help people throughout their day. We are happy to share these thoughts with you.
June 17, 2021
(Matthew 6:7-8) Jesus said, “In praying, do not babble like the pagans, who think that they will be heard because of their many words. Do not be like them. Your Father knows what you need before you ask him.”
Prayer is not just time spent rattling off what we want to God. That is just a one sided conversation with us doing all the talking. Prayer is also opening our hearts to listen to God tell us what we need and the ways God will fulfill these needs.