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Contemplation
[verses 4-7] I wish our share would be an honourable death which raises us to the beginning of eternal life. It necessarily cleaves to the blessings that spring from the divine love of God. Let us run away from the shameful life, and let us disregard it scornfully, the ugly life so temporal, that leads to eternal and bitter punishment.
+ St Augustine
Personal Question
My purpose in being on earth is to get to heaven. Do I fear missing out on earthly pleasures, or do I fear an eternity without God? What are the blessings of a life on earth with God?
Bible Knowledge Question
Complete the verse: And I say to you…
Prayer
Dear Lord, help me to remember that my life on earth is temporary. May I run away from the shame of this world and focus on things eternal! Give me the strength to persist in a life of righteousness, and to disregard the things of the flesh.