abiding, assuring, presence,
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ABIDING AND ASSURING PRESENCE: CATHOLIC SUNDAY SCRIPTURAL REFLECTION OF THE WEEK: 33RD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME, CYCLE B, 2024 

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The abiding and assuring presence of God is all we need to endure the precarious moments of our lives. Hence, today’s readings assure us that our God will be with us throughout our lives.  God promises us the continuous presence of the Holy Spirit, who will guide, protect, and strengthen us despite the uncertainties of the end times.

abiding, without christ, we are nothing
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WITHOUT CHRIST WE ARE NOTHING: CATHOLIC SUNDAY SCRIPTURE REFLECTION: 5TH SUNDAY OF EASTER, CYCLE B, 2024

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Jesus´ teaching on the vine branches, the vine, and the vinedresser is a fundamental reality of our human and spiritual that without Him we are nothing. The life of vine branches (us), the vine (Christ Jesus) and its dresser (God) is one of total dependence in a healthy manner to bear abundant fruits! If we are nothing and can do nothing with Christ. Then, our lives and existence should be abiding in Christ through whom we live, move, and exist. What does it mean to abide in Christ Jesus?