Seek out the LORD and his might;
constantly seek his face.
Recall the wondrous deeds he has done,
his wonders and words of judgment. (Psalm 105:4-5 NABRE)
Psalm 105 is a reminder to praise the Lord because of the great things he has done for his people. Yet it is more than that too. This psalm is a synopsis of the events of the Old Testament to this point. It is a reminder that God was faithful to his people through many generations. And it emphasizes that God remembers the promise he made to Abraham so many years before.
God is indeed faithful to us even today. In Jesus, we are one family, one people of God, and we live under a new covenant. Let us remember that our purpose is to have a relationship with the Lord. Our faith is not another moral code to be used as a behavioral yardstick. Our faith gives us the foundation to begin and to maintain a relationship with this God of love who whispers to us that we should seek his face and his ways each day, each moment.
Today, in each moment, as often as I can, I will recall the wonderful blessings in my life and seek the face of the Lord in those around me.
Saint Joseph, Husband of Mary and patron of fathers, pray for us.
Blessed Didacus Joseph of Cadiz, who gained wisdom by cultivating a loving heart, a listening ear and a wealth of compassion, pray for us.
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