Diary of a Stumbling Saint

Diary of a Stumbling Saint

Diary of a Stumbling Saint
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PODCAST: Divine Intimacy #134 "The Supper at Bethany"
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PODCAST: Divine Intimacy #134 "The Supper at Bethany"

A reading from the book by Fr. Gabriel of St. Mary Magdalen, O.C.D.
Shannara Johnson
Apr 03, 2023
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Today’s reading is about the polar opposites of Mary of Bethany’s devotion to the Lord, and in contrast, Judas’s treachery and betrayal. We learn that far from being tempted right then, Judas’s heart had darkened a long time ago. What struck me most was the line, “He was inflamed with such cupidity that he sold his God for money…” Don’t we all do the same when we claim we’re too busy with work to pray, go to Mass, or refrain from working on Sundays? Something to think and meditate about…

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