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Friday, September 20, 2024

Precepts That Give Joy

 

R. (9a) The precepts of the Lord give joy to the heart.
The law of the LORD is perfect,
refreshing the soul;
the decree of the LORD is trustworthy,
giving wisdom to the simple.
R. The precepts of the Lord give joy to the heart.
The fear of the LORD is pure,
enduring forever;
the ordinances of the LORD are true,
all of them just.
R. The precepts of the Lord give joy to the heart.
Though your servant is careful of them,
very diligent in keeping them,
yet who can detect failings?
Cleanse me from my unknown faults!
R. The precepts of the Lord give joy to the heart.
From wanton sin especially, restrain your servant;
let it not rule over me.
Then shall I be blameless and innocent
of serious sin.
R. The precepts of the Lord give joy to the heart.

STUDIUM:

Usually precepts, laws, and ordinances are burdensome rules.  God's are the opposite.  The Lord's precepts give us joy and make us wise.  They may warn us and keep us from failing.

MEDITATIO:

Guilt brings me to the Sacrament of Reconciliation and washes away my sins.  Then I feel worthy to be a child of God.  I know God forgives us completely and I need to follow His precepts closely.

ORATIO:

Your love, my Lord will guide my way.  

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Precepts That Give Joy

  LECTIO: Ps 19:8, 10, 12-13, 14 R. (9a)  The precepts of the Lord give joy to the heart. The law of the LORD is perfect, refreshing the sou...