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Lectio Divina for 11 January 2025
Lectio “Blessed are the merciful, for they shall obtain mercy.” (Matthew 5:7) Dwell on the words “merciful” and “obtain mercy.” Reflect on how mercy flows from our Lord and is meant to be shared. Meditatio Meditate on the depth of God’s mercy toward you. Mercy does not always mean pity; rather mercy is an active […]
Lectio Divina for 10 January 2025
Lectio “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for justice, for they shall be satisfied.” (Matthew 5:6) When reading this passage, focus on the intensity of “hunger and thirst” and the promise of being “satisfied.” Let these words stir a desire for righteousness and the Lord’s will. Meditatio Meditate on what it means to hunger […]
Lectio Divina for 9 January 2025
Lectio “Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be consoled.” (Matthew 5:5) Reflect on the words “mourn” and “consoled” in this passage. Let these words speak to your heart, understanding the depth of God’s promise.
Lectio Divina for 8 January 2025
Lectio “Blessed are the meek, for they shall possess the earth.” (Matthew 5:4) Read this verse slowly, letting each word settle in your heart. Focus on “meek” and “possess the earth.”
Lectio Divina for 7 January 2025
Lectio “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” (Matthew 5:3) Reflect on each word in this verse. Focus on “poor in spirit” and “kingdom of heaven.”
Lectio Divina for 6 January 2025 (Epiphany)
Lectio “Then, seeing the star, they were gladdened by a very great joy. And entering the home, they found the boy with his mother Mary. And so, falling prostrate, they worshipped him. And opening their treasures, they offered him gifts: gold, frankincense, and myrrh.” (Matthew 2:10-11) When reading this passage, think about the Magi’s journey, […]
Lectio Divina for 5 December 2025
Lectio “Whoever will have loosened one of the least of these Commandments, and have taught men so, shall be called the least in the kingdom of heaven. But whoever will have done and taught these, such a one shall be called great in the kingdom of heaven.” (Matthew 5:19) While reading this verse, hear Christ’s […]
Lectio Divina for 4 January 2025
Lectio “Not by bread alone shall man live, but by every word that proceeds from the mouth of God.” (Matthew 4:4) Physical nourishment alone is not enough; true life comes from God’s Word. Reflect on the eternal truth that we are sustained not merely by material means but by divine grace and wisdom.
Lectio Divina for 3 January 2025
Lectio “By faith in [Christ’s] name, this man, whom you have seen and known, has confirmed his name. And faith through him has given this man complete health in the sight of you all.” (Acts 3:16) Read the verse slowly, considering the power of faith in Christ’s name. Reflect on the miracle described—how faith in […]
Lectio Divina for 2 January 2025
Lectio “In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth.” (Genesis 1:1) Consider the weight of “In the beginning”—the eternal God, existing before time, initiating creation. Reflect on His sovereignty and creative power that brought everything into existence from nothing. Meditatio What does this verse reveal about God’s nature? Meditate on His omnipotence, creativity, […]
