Resources for Sunday, December 4, 2022

A Call to Change

Do you know of someone who has an obsession? How does it affect others? The YouTube video tells the story of a woman who likes to spend too much time at a casino. word-sunday.com has commentary on the appearance of the Baptist, the Sunday readings and other resources. apostolic-times.com puts the Matthew 3:1-12 in context.

Do you have a relative or friend with an addiction? Consider the Gospel Story "Turn Around." This is a three minute video with a short story of a life situation, a moral from the gospel and a reflection question.

If you like this video, pass the link along to those who you evangelize in your life. And don't forget to like and subscribe.

word-sunday.com: Studies and Resources

John came onto the scene during an unsettled time in Judea's history. Following the independent rule of non-Davidic kings, Judea came under the rule of Rome. The populace was influenced by new and divisive voices. Should the people cooperate or oppose the Romans? How can a faith Jew maintain purity in the midst of Gentiles? How could the faithful truly follow God's Law? John's voice cut through these issues with a clarity. Repent, for no one is good enough for the Kingdom. Only a repentant heart can be received into the Kingdom.

apostolic-times.com: Commentary

apostolic-times.com continues with context for the Sunday readings. In Romans, St. Paul point to the Scriptures as a guide to life. In Matthew 3, John preached repentance as the means to prepare for the coming of the Christ..

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