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December 30, 2016

As a Little Child

James R. Hayes (Tennessee)

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In Christ Jesus you are all children 
of God through faith. - Galatians 3:26 (NRSV)

The family table was set, and we were all excited about beginning the meal. Instead of blessing the food with our usual prayer, we decided to share something for which we were thankful. Some people said friends; some said the food; others said family, home, or community. When it was...

Today's Prayer
Dear Lord, thank you for children who show us our greatest blessings and show us how to love you better. Amen.
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Today's Reading
Luke 18:15-17

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How can I receive the kingdom of God like a child?

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Throughout my Walk I experienced the presence of the Risen One in the devotional spaces as well as in times of teaching, meditation, and prayer. The communion with brothers, experienced in the daily sharing at the table and in the Word, generated deep bonds of brotherhood.” 

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