and at the end receive me with honor. (Psalm 73:24 NABRE)
Our God is always near us. He always protects us.*
This powerful reflection on the close, parental protection of God is part of a larger passage which is a beautiful testimony of faith. In this psalm, we actually get to see the conversion of heart experienced by the psalmist. He tells us honestly of his near miss with the allure of worldly pursuits. He describes his desire for the money, power and influence that some have, and then in a moment of profound awakening, he comes to understand the fleeting nature of earthly success and the permanence of living a life close to the Lord.
When you have a few minutes today, read through the 28 verses of Psalm 73 and share the psalmist's experience.
Today, I will seek to be close to the Lord and to accept his guidance.
On this, the memorial of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary, I ask that you pray for us, O holy mother of God.
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