Joel promises that God will rescue and restore God’s people. Hardships will be reversed. Instead of sending swarming locusts to eat the crops, God will bring abundant rainfall in the spring and autumn. There will be fields full of grain. God’s wrath had sent an army of locusts against a...

Dear God, bring us into a full relationship with you so that we know and experience the abundant life you want for us. Amen.


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Leccionario Semanal
October 17–23, 2022
Resumen de la Escritura

The theme in the readings from the Hebrew scriptures is “abundance.” Joel speaks of the time of plenty in the land of Israel. This abundance is not only physical, for it includes a generous outpouring of the Spirit of God. The psalmist sings of abundant rain that allows the land to flourish. The hills, meadows, and valleys all sing praise to God. Second Timothy 4 contains the scriptural passage that brings us closest to the death of Paul. The apostle has been abandoned by many, but the Lord stands by him as he faces his likely imminent death. In the Gospel, Jesus warns us about the dangers of pride. The Pharisee in the parable thinks his personal goodness brings favor with God, but God desires a humble heart.

Preguntas para la reflexión

Read Joel 2:23-32. How has rain been a sign of God’s impending provision in your life?
Read Psalm 65. How has God’s forgiveness freed you to participate in creation’s joy?
Read 2 Timothy 4:6-8, 16-18. When has God strengthened you in the face of evil?
Read Luke 18:9-14. What aspect of your life do you need to approach with renewed humility?

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