No, dear brothers and sisters, I have not achieved it, but I focus on this one thing: Forgetting the past and looking forward to what lies ahead,
I press on to reach the end of the race and receive the heavenly prize for which God, through Christ Jesus, is calling us.
Philippians 3:13,14
Those who look to him for help will be radiant with joy; no shadow of shame will darken their faces.
Psalm 34:5
I have given you an example to follow. Do as I have done to you.
John 13:15
Blessed Teacher, you set the example of love and sacrifice that we must follow. Shine through us as we endeavor to meet people where they are, whether in broken-heartedness, loneliness, poverty, or homelessness. May we bring them your loving and life-sustaining compassion. Amen.
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