Readings for Sunday, October 13th:
- Amos 5:6-7, 10-15 -- Amos was a herdsman by profession and a prophet by God's call. During a time of great prosperity in the northern kingdom of Israel, the prophet speaks to the wealthy upper class. He warns his listeners that fulfilling God's demand for justice brings blessing, while corruption and oppression incur God's wrath.
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- Psalm 90 -- "So teach us to number our days that we may apply our hearts to wisdom." (Ps.90:12)
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- Hebrews 4:12-16 -- We cannot hide our thoughts, desires, and actions from God, to whom we are completely accountable. Nevertheless, Jesus understands our human weakness and temptations because he also experienced them. Therefore we can approach the throne of grace to receive divine mercy from Christ.
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- Mark 10:17-31 -- Jesus has been teaching his disciples about what is most valued in God's eyes. Now, a conversation with a rich man brings his message home to the disciples in a way that is surprising but unforgettable.