Daily Journeys Part 2 of 2

5 Release of the Holy Spirit
We can experience what the disciples went through at the Pentecost when the Holy Spirit filled their lives and empowered them to spread the Good News. It can be intense or subtle, but surely, it strengthens our bond with God. “You will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you, and you will be my witnesses...to the ends of the earth.” (Acts 1:8)

6 Repentance
To reconcile with God, we must plea guilty of our sins and failures.  If we hang on to the wrongs we have done, then we block the flow of God’s love into our lives. “Return to me with all your heart.” (Joel 2:12)

7 Forgiveness
Grudges, anger and pride are chains that drag our lives away from God. Let go, let God take over and be reconciled with ourselves and others as well.  “And when you stand praying, if you hold anything against anyone, forgive him, so that your Father in heaven may forgive you your sins.” (Mark 11:25)

8 Scripture Reflections
A daily dose of God’s Word keeps our souls nourished. Through the Bible, God speaks directly to us, responding to our questions, reiterating His promise of salvation and warming our weary hearts. "All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness." (2 Timothy 3:16)

9 Wait for the Lord to Speak
In most instances, the answers we seek in the rough edges of life come right out of reading the Bible. Just as Jesus retreated to the mountains to confer with the Father; we must retreat in the silence of our hearts, close our eyes and listen to the voice of the Lord. “My sheep listen to my voice.” (John 10:27)

10 Intercessions
We live in a community of people. The world is, because of what people are. There are good people as there are bad, and to all of them we pray for their enlightenment, guidance and reconciliation. So many wanting God’s Touch, so many needing the Lord’s attention.  Intercede for them for the greater good. “I urge then first of all that requests, prayers, intercessions and thanks giving be made for everyone.” (1 Timothy 2:1)

11 Petitions
God wants to show His presence through us. Ask Him for little needs, as you seek for major ones. He will fulfil in us what He means us to be.  “Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives; he who seeks finds; and to him who knocks the door will be opened.” (Matthew 7:7-8)

12 Thanksgiving
The love of the Lord is without limit. We see this in ourselves, in our neighbours, in our community, in the world.  To Him we must always give gratitude for all that we are, for all that we will be. Be thankful for sending us our Saviour Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit who protects until the end of the time. “Let us be thankful, and so worship God.” (Hebrews 12:28)

The one hour prayer can be referred to as MilagrOras for Miracle Hour. It can be our response to Jesus’ question, “Could you not keep watch for one hour?” (Mark 14:37) It is not merely a challenge, but actually an obligation, if we are to honour and love God.

So as I journey each day to work; I observe MilagrOras. It takes discipline to keep this daily ritual. But as one gets accustomed to it; the cord that binds us to the Lord is strengthened and soon we find ourselves establishing a closer and meaningful relationship with our Maker.

by Mel Libre