Daily Scripture Reflection & Prayer: June 29, 2024

Date: Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul

Scripture Text:  2 Tm 4:6-8, 17-18

I, Paul, am already being poured out like a libation, and the time of my departure is at hand. I have competed well; I have finished the race; I have kept the faith. From now on the crown of righteousness awaits me, which the Lord, the just judge, will award to me on that day, and not only to me, but to all who have longed for his appearance.

The Lord stood by me and gave me strength, so that through me the proclamation might be completed, and all the Gentiles might hear it. And I was rescued from the lion’s mouth. The Lord will rescue me from every evil threat and will bring me safe to his heavenly Kingdom. To him be glory forever and ever.  Amen.

Breaking the text open – background and summary:

In the second reading for today, Paul tells us of his faithfulness and perseverance through the power of the LORD.

Meditating on the text with personal questions:

How faithful am I to Christ’s call? Am I persevering even in times of hardship?

Praying:

LORD, be with me as I journey home to life in You. Send your Spirit to guide me and strengthen me for this journey and its many challenges and hardships. Grant that I might persevere in keeping the faith and in sharing my love for You with others along the way. I ask this in the name of your Son, Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns with You and the Spirit, one LORD, forever and ever. Amen.