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Daily mass readings for July 10,2022

Daily Mass readings : Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Reading 1 : Dt 30:10-14

Moses said to the people:
“If only you would heed the voice of the LORD, your God,
and keep his commandments and statutes
that are written in this book of the law,
when you return to the LORD, your God,
with all your heart and all your soul.

“For this command that I enjoin on you today
is not too mysterious and remote for you.
It is not up in the sky, that you should say,
‘Who will go up in the sky to get it for us
and tell us of it, that we may carry it out?’
Nor is it across the sea, that you should say,
‘Who will cross the sea to get it for us
and tell us of it, that we may carry it out?’
No, it is something very near to you,
already in your mouths and in your hearts;
you have only to carry it out.”

Responsorial Psalm : Ps 69:14, 17, 30-31, 33-34, 36, 37

R. (cf. 33) Turn to the Lord in your need, and you will live.
I pray to you, O LORD,
for the time of your favor, O God!
In your great kindness answer me
with your constant help.
Answer me, O LORD, for bounteous is your kindness:
in your great mercy turn toward me.
R. Turn to the Lord in your need, and you will live.
I am afflicted and in pain;
let your saving help, O God, protect me.
I will praise the name of God in song,
and I will glorify him with thanksgiving.
R. Turn to the Lord in your need, and you will live.
“See, you lowly ones, and be glad;
you who seek God, may your hearts revive!
For the LORD hears the poor,
and his own who are in bonds he spurns not.”
R. Turn to the Lord in your need, and you will live.
For God will save Zion
and rebuild the cities of Judah.
The descendants of his servants shall inherit it,
and those who love his name shall inhabit it.
R. Turn to the Lord in your need, and you will live.

Or Ps 19:8, 9, 10, 11

R.(9a) Your words, Lord, are Spirit and life.
The law of the LORD is perfect,
refreshing the soul;
the decree of the LORD is trustworthy,
giving wisdom to the simple.
R. Your words, Lord, are Spirit and life.
The precepts of the LORD are right,
rejoicing the heart;
the command of the LORD is clear,
enlightening the eye.
R. Your words, Lord, are Spirit and life.
The fear of the LORD is pure,
enduring forever;
the ordinances of the LORD are true,
all of them just.
R. Your words, Lord, are Spirit and life.
They are more precious than gold,
than a heap of purest gold;
sweeter also than syrup
or honey from the comb.
R. Your words, Lord, are Spirit and life.

Reading 2 : Col1:15-20

Christ Jesus is the image of the invisible God,
the firstborn of all creation.
For in him were created all things in heaven and on earth,
the visible and the invisible,
whether thrones or dominions or principalities or powers;
all things were created through him and for him.
He is before all things,
and in him all things hold together.
He is the head of the body, the church.
He is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead,
that in all things he himself might be preeminent.
For in him all the fullness was pleased to dwell,
and through him to reconcile all things for him,
making peace by the blood of his cross
through him, whether those on earth or those in heaven.

Alleluia : Cf. Jn 6:63c, 68c

R. Alleluia, alleluia.
Your words, Lord, are Spirit and life;
you have the words of everlasting life.
R. Alleluia, alleluia.

Gospel : Lk 10:25-37

There was a scholar of the law who stood up to test Jesus and said,
“Teacher, what must I do to inherit eternal life?”
Jesus said to him, “What is written in the law?
How do you read it?”
He said in reply,
“You shall love the Lord, your God,
with all your heart,
with all your being,
with all your strength,
and with all your mind,
and your neighbor as yourself.”
He replied to him, “You have answered correctly;
do this and you will live.”

But because he wished to justify himself, he said to Jesus,
“And who is my neighbor?”
Jesus replied,
“A man fell victim to robbers
as he went down from Jerusalem to Jericho.
They stripped and beat him and went off leaving him half-dead.
A priest happened to be going down that road,
but when he saw him, he passed by on the opposite side.
Likewise a Levite came to the place,
and when he saw him, he passed by on the opposite side.
But a Samaritan traveler who came upon him
was moved with compassion at the sight.
He approached the victim,
poured oil and wine over his wounds and bandaged them.
Then he lifted him up on his own animal,
took him to an inn, and cared for him.
The next day he took out two silver coins
and gave them to the innkeeper with the instruction,
‘Take care of him.
If you spend more than what I have given you,
I shall repay you on my way back.’
Which of these three, in your opinion,
was neighbor to the robbers’ victim?”
He answered, “The one who treated him with mercy.”
Jesus said to him, “Go and do likewise.”

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6 Steps to Raise Your Kids Up in Christ in This Difficult World

When were you introduced to God? Were you a toddler, child, teen, or adult? Do you have a close relationship with Him? Better yet, do your children?

When do you think children should be introduced to their heavenly Father and by whom? Do you believe a child should be allowed to chose if they want to follow Christ?

God blessed us and entrusted us with our children. It is our responsibility to instruct them in who God is and how we are to live our lives to ensure we reunite with Him and all our loved ones.

It is our duty, and an honor to raise our children to know, understand, and trust our loving and faithful LORD.

Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.”

Matthew 19:14 NIV

If we don’t teach our children to follow God, the world will teach them not to.
Parents can sometimes get caught up in life. I get it. We get tired of arguing with our kids and sometimes giving in and not having them attend mass nor Bible classes is more comfortable, but we must persevere with what is truly important and in their best interest.

After all, we are talking about their soul.

Athletic, artistic, or academic successes are esteemed highly and are driven into our children from an early age. They become non-negotiables. What is vital to the parent becomes essential to the child, even if not right away.

So, it is of utmost importance that we also prioritize God in our list of non-negotiable, crucial lessons in raising children.


Here are Six Ways to Raise Christian Children.

Talk to them about God and His role in your life

Be honest, children will appreciate it and learn from it. Who is God to you? Do you talk to Him? When? About what? Do you want to get closer to Him? How will you do this? Can you do this together as a family?

Share your prayers with them- Did you pray for children?

Let them know your prayers to God and how faithfully He blessed you with them. Share your prayers for others- your friends, family, the sick, homeless, suicidal, depressed, addicted, dying, etc. This will help your children understand how we are to pray for others. You are their role model. There is no one way to pray. No right or wrong; talk to God. Tell him what is in your heart.

Pray with your children

Be specific and persistent. Pray at night as you tuck them in. Have them pray- it’s beautiful to hear what they have to say. Pray at meals. Let them listen to you be thankful for all that He provides. This will reinforce the fact that everything we have comes from God. Pray out loud when you get good news or when things go well. Pray out loud for situations or for people that could use His merciful hand. A good rule to follow is to always give thanks, pray for others, and pray for your self. Finish by giving it to Him and acknowledging that His will, will be done.

Attend Mass and Enroll in Bible Studies

It is crucial to continue to fuel on spiritual food (God’s living word). The more one immerses in the Word, the more the spiritual soul grows and develops. It is vital that you and your children attend mass and enroll in catechesis. Never stop seeking, learning, and applying God’s living Word. It is the essence of our purpose and existence.

Read the Bible and Other Christian Materials with your Children

With little ones, you can read Bible stories with pictures like “The Jesus Storybook Bible” and Christian stories, such as “When God Made You,” “I prayed for You” and so many others like these. I may be a little bias here, but the book I published, “Our Purpose” would be a great book to read with your children. Check out Amazon or Barnes and Noble for great reviews and ideas. Don’t forget your tweens. Kids are never too old to be read to or to read with. As you tuck them into bed discuss great Godly material such as, “You’re God’s Girl! A Devotional for Tweens, the Bible, or magazines, or any other Christian literature. This would be a great way to spend time together and have spiritual conversations to drive God’s message.

View Christian Movies and Follow Christian Influencers

Make it a priority to fill your child’s mind, heart, and soul with good nurtured messages. In a technological world, social media prevails. Have your kids find Christian YouTubers to follow. Social media is a powerful tool; adults should encourage children to use it wisely and for the good of oneself.
Have the leading role in preparing your child for a life with God. Yes, indeed raising Christian children in today’s world is a challenge, but it is critical. God will equip you, call on Him.

Source:www.lovingwithallmyheartandsoul.com

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