Friday 23 July

St Bridget of Sweden (OM)

Exodus 20:1-17, Psalm19:8-11,
Matthew 13:18-23

Commandments -- blueprint from God

The Commandments offer a blueprint for life. Is God at the centre? What captures my time, thoughts, and energy? With God as priority, everything else falls into place. Do I use God’s name as an expletive or in prayer? How well am I living a rhythm of work, worship, and rest? Family matters to God. How am I valuing them? Gossip, envy, or subtle distortions of truth through words or silence can kill confidence and destroy reputations. Do I use words to encourage with compassion or tear down and destroy? Consider going to Reconciliation for grace today.