Pause+Pray

Today, reflect on this passage where the word firstfruits appears: “But now Christ has been raised from the dead, the firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep” (1 Cor 15:20).

In Western culture, sometimes there is a lack of respect and care for the elderly among us. There is such wisdom, virtue, and strength of character we can learn and appreciate from the generations older than us.

A still life painter or an artistic photographer helps us see something as ordinary as bread, bird or pear with new appreciation. If we don’t pause to thank, we might assume such mini-blessings will always be there.

One of the key challenges we often face is the need to build consensus among diverse individuals with varying perspectives, opinions, and priorities.

Struggling with depression and anxiety is not a reality one can just pray away. It is important to know that we can always seek help—medical, therapeutic, and spiritual.

The Lord searches day and night to find you. Pride and fear block our hearts from being found because they focus on the self. Our conversion begins when we refocus our life to Christ.