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Rewriting Your Story: Discovering Yourself Through God’s Grace in Ordinary Time

June 13

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Day 5: Inviting Christ Into My Relationship Story

Theme: Reconciliation and Transformation through Christ's Love

First Reading:
2 Corinthians 5:14-21 – Paul speaks of the love of Christ that compels us to live for Him and to embrace the ministry of reconciliation.
"For anyone who is in Christ is a new creation: the old has gone, the new is here!" (2 Corinthians 5:17)

Responsorial Psalm:
Psalm 103:1-12 – "The Lord is kind and merciful."
"As far as the east is from the west, so far has He put our transgressions from us." (Psalm 103:12)

Gospel:
Matthew 5:33-37 – Jesus teaches about honesty and integrity, calling us to be people of our word.
"Let your 'Yes' mean 'Yes,' and your 'No' mean 'No.'" (Matthew 5:37)

Reflection:

The love of Christ is the transformative power that invites us to rewrite our relationship stories. In 2 Corinthians 5:17, we are reminded that, through Christ, we are new creations—the old, broken narratives of our past relationships are no longer who we are. When we invite Christ into our relationship story, His reconciling love brings healing and restoration. This invitation requires us to be honest and authentic in our interactions, just as Jesus teaches in Matthew 5:33-37. By allowing Christ’s love to lead our relationships, we can experience peace and growth. Reflect on how Christ’s love is transforming your relationships today. Are there areas where you need to invite Him in more fully to bring healing?

Action/Practice:

  • Examine a relationship that may need reconciliation or healing. Write down one specific action you can take today to invite Christ’s reconciling love into that relationship.

  • Consider how integrity and honesty can transform your approach to communication and connection with others.

Daily Goal:

  • Invite Christ into your relationships today, allowing His healing and reconciliation to transform them. Practice honesty and integrity in your interactions.

Journal Prompt:

"How can I invite Christ’s love and reconciliation into my relationships today? What changes can I make in how I engage with others to reflect God’s healing and truth?"