Beads of Joy 07-27-11
Rosary Prayer Team Details - 2
©2011 James Dacey, Jr. SFO
Hello Everybody,
These next few days I wish to share what we can do as a Prayer Team. Our goal is obviously to pray for one another and others, but even deeper than that, we can really commit to this task. We can reflect on these few thoughts today: 1.As a prayer team, we can recharge one another’s emotional and spiritual batteries effectively and with the synergy and excitement, this can be tremendous for us individually and as a team. 2. As a prayer team we can each have our own personal prayer list, one that we constantly add names to, and one that we keep close to us while we pray. 3. As a prayer team we will share amongst each other, some of the most valuable gifts one could ever have. These gifts are of the spiritual nature, the world would ever understand the depths of all this, so we will pray for them.
Let us look at the first thought in these three reflections: As a team, we can recharge one another’s emotional and spiritual batteries effectively and with synergy and excitement. This is so exciting and to know that all of us have this ability to do this is even more exciting. As prayer team members we understand the value and need for prayer, and we really understand how important it is for us as a team to unite together in prayer. With that said, we are able to comfort, and embrace one another when things get tough, and when we feel under spiritual attack, and even when we have times of doubt.
Now looking at the second reflection: As a prayer team we can each have our own prayer lists of names; including families, groups, leaders, and so much more. Here is my method; some of you may want to adopt this method. Inside my bible in the center section that divides the old and new testament, I have a couple of blank pages. I would guess from all my years of seeing so many bibles, that you do have blank pages somewhere within your bible. Well on that page I have a section devoted to those people I know and even don’t know that have passed away, souls that I pray for daily. And then in another section I have family, friends, neighbors, and even a section of people I don’t particularly like, some may title it enemies of people who openly, publically sin. Those people need our prayers so much, and I believe it is our job as a prayer team to be praying for them. Jesus died for them to. So let us unite with Him loving them. The greatest gift anyone can give another is prayer, nothing on earth, even everything on earth combined won’t ever equal the value of someone’s prayers for another.
Here’s the final thought for today: We get to share amongst each other, shared prayers for one another and for each other. If there is anything on earth that you want to be part of, it should be a team of believers who pray together. Our environment is one of prayer; we seek nothing of this world, only the opportunity to care for others in offering our love and our prayers for them to the Father. God knows our hearts; He knows how much we really care for others. Our prayers for them only further show Him that we really live an unselfish life devoted to loving Him. May God always guide our hearts and may He always help us stay on track. More to share tomorrow.
Your brother in Christ Jesus & His Most Blessed Mother,
Jim (The Rosary Man) Dacey Jr. SFO
Today we pray the Glorious Mysteries
1. The Resurrection
2. The Ascension
3. The Descent of the Holy Spirit
4. The Assumption
5. The Coronation
Wednesday, July 27, 2011
Tuesday, July 26, 2011
Rosary Prayer Team Details - 1
Beads of Joy 07-26-11
ROSARY PRAYER TEAM DETAILS - 1
©2011 James Dacey, Jr. SFO
Hello Everybody,
As the week progresses I promised more and more details. To some this maybe not really details, but many of you who are s excited as I am, these details help etch out our place in prayer together. I think the biggest in this step of our praying in unity to make it even more beneficial, we need to; decide, identify, reach, etc. in many things. Today I will share an outline of the things I think we need to at least be on the same page with. Praying together in a more united way with create a very special bond between all of us. Reflect on this outline. I know my word isn’t law; I only share what I feel I am led to share. I do my research and I pray a lot. And this is where it has led me to.
LET US PRAY TOGETHER
-Let us have a passion each day to pray together.
-Let us decide that this is extremely important to us.
-Let us identify the JOY the beads withhold then share them.
-Let us openly and whole-heartily share the Rosary with others.
-Let us reach out to the entire earth with our prayers and unity.
-Let us touch every country, every city, and every neighborhood in some way.
-Let us all be mentors to one another with our unique approach on prayer.
-Let us each have a couple of “Prayer Team” buddies to always stay connected with.
-Let us continually build our Rosary Prayer Team.
I hope this makes a bit of sense. Some of it common sense, others just some ideas I came across in my research of prayer team unity. This is just the starting point; I have many many pages of notes with more details on what we can do… and what will do as a Prayer Team. I will continue sharing throughout the week. Please feel free to contact me directly if you wish. My doors are always open. This group and mission will never get complicated, I promise. I am only sharing all these things, to help excite your Spirit, like mine is.
Your brother in Christ Jesus & His Most Blessed Mother,
Jim (The Rosary Man) Dacey Jr. SFO
Today we pray the Sorrowful Mysteries
1. Agony in the Garden
2. The Scourging at the Pillar
3. Crowing with Thorns
4. Carrying of the Cross
5. The Crucifixion of Jesus
ROSARY PRAYER TEAM DETAILS - 1
©2011 James Dacey, Jr. SFO
Hello Everybody,
As the week progresses I promised more and more details. To some this maybe not really details, but many of you who are s excited as I am, these details help etch out our place in prayer together. I think the biggest in this step of our praying in unity to make it even more beneficial, we need to; decide, identify, reach, etc. in many things. Today I will share an outline of the things I think we need to at least be on the same page with. Praying together in a more united way with create a very special bond between all of us. Reflect on this outline. I know my word isn’t law; I only share what I feel I am led to share. I do my research and I pray a lot. And this is where it has led me to.
LET US PRAY TOGETHER
-Let us have a passion each day to pray together.
-Let us decide that this is extremely important to us.
-Let us identify the JOY the beads withhold then share them.
-Let us openly and whole-heartily share the Rosary with others.
-Let us reach out to the entire earth with our prayers and unity.
-Let us touch every country, every city, and every neighborhood in some way.
-Let us all be mentors to one another with our unique approach on prayer.
-Let us each have a couple of “Prayer Team” buddies to always stay connected with.
-Let us continually build our Rosary Prayer Team.
I hope this makes a bit of sense. Some of it common sense, others just some ideas I came across in my research of prayer team unity. This is just the starting point; I have many many pages of notes with more details on what we can do… and what will do as a Prayer Team. I will continue sharing throughout the week. Please feel free to contact me directly if you wish. My doors are always open. This group and mission will never get complicated, I promise. I am only sharing all these things, to help excite your Spirit, like mine is.
Your brother in Christ Jesus & His Most Blessed Mother,
Jim (The Rosary Man) Dacey Jr. SFO
Today we pray the Sorrowful Mysteries
1. Agony in the Garden
2. The Scourging at the Pillar
3. Crowing with Thorns
4. Carrying of the Cross
5. The Crucifixion of Jesus
Monday, July 25, 2011
Let Us Pray The Rosary Together
Beads of Joy 07-25-11
Let Us Pray The Rosary Together
©2011 James Dacey, Jr. SFO
Hello Everybody,
This week I will be introducing a new mission I’d like all who wish to participate, to participate. It will be ongoing and it will be intense at times, not in any bad way, and definitely not in any way that would cause any stress. This is a mission to help deepen and draw nearer our prayers as a community, or as I’d like to see it, as a “Rosary Prayer Team”. Our numbers maybe huge, and there won’t be any boarders, but that’s the whole idea. Our goal in the end is that we will be praying more together as a group, a team, in unity for peace, love and mercy, kindness and with the wholehearted intent to draw others to Jesus; and for those who already know Jesus, to help draw them even closer. We will be unveiling ideas to help each other pray more effectively for others. I have some very simple methods I use that make my prayer life, extremely fulfilling, constantly moving and very exciting. I am just like many of you. I am parent, a spouse, I have a full time job, and I am faced with a phenomenal amount of challenges day in and day out; just like many of you. But with all that said, my prayer life takes precedence and it in my own view dominates most of my life. Most can’t really “see” it. Those I share it with about know it, those I pray with a lot are very aware of it; but now I want so much to bring all of you into the fold, a kind of behind the scenes look at how I pray in a busy, crazy nonstop stressful world. A world that is ever changing and not really friendly to devoted people like us. But that’s okay, so be it.
This week I would like to share the outline and intentions of what is ahead. To start with, which I have already mentioned prior to all this; nothing will ever be asked of you, I am not here selling you anything. This is ALL about all of us praying together, that’s all. You are only invited to participate, obviously that is an important part of the whole idea behind a Rosary Prayer Team, but if you can great, and if you can’t then we will be praying for you. No problem ever either way, we only wish to encourage you to join in when you can. We aren’t a club, we don’t have meetings, but we do encourage fellowship.
I have a journal and in that journal this is what I have written in it, just yesterday:
One Rosary A Day – One Decade At A Time
-20 decades a day method.
-Daily decade invitations.
-Layout. Start to Finish, laid out as 1 complete rosary.
-Guide a prayer list method, my hand written name list method.
-Key... Always have a Rosary with you, no matter where you go.
This is just the beginning; I have so much to share. I have pages and pages of notes about what we can and will do as a group in prayer. The first and most important thing is that we identify ourselves as those devoted to the Rosary. And get more and more familiar with the mysteries. That’s an individual thing, and of cause each to their own gifts and devotion to our Lord and our Lady. Simply allow the Holy Spirit to guide your heart.
More details tomorrow..
Your brother in Christ Jesus & His Most Blessed Mother,
Jim (The Rosary Man) Dacey Jr. SFO
Today we pray the Joyful Mysteries
1. The Annunciation
2. The Visitation
3. The Birth of Jesus
4. The Presentation in The Temple
5. Finding of Jesus in the Temple
Let Us Pray The Rosary Together
©2011 James Dacey, Jr. SFO
Hello Everybody,
This week I will be introducing a new mission I’d like all who wish to participate, to participate. It will be ongoing and it will be intense at times, not in any bad way, and definitely not in any way that would cause any stress. This is a mission to help deepen and draw nearer our prayers as a community, or as I’d like to see it, as a “Rosary Prayer Team”. Our numbers maybe huge, and there won’t be any boarders, but that’s the whole idea. Our goal in the end is that we will be praying more together as a group, a team, in unity for peace, love and mercy, kindness and with the wholehearted intent to draw others to Jesus; and for those who already know Jesus, to help draw them even closer. We will be unveiling ideas to help each other pray more effectively for others. I have some very simple methods I use that make my prayer life, extremely fulfilling, constantly moving and very exciting. I am just like many of you. I am parent, a spouse, I have a full time job, and I am faced with a phenomenal amount of challenges day in and day out; just like many of you. But with all that said, my prayer life takes precedence and it in my own view dominates most of my life. Most can’t really “see” it. Those I share it with about know it, those I pray with a lot are very aware of it; but now I want so much to bring all of you into the fold, a kind of behind the scenes look at how I pray in a busy, crazy nonstop stressful world. A world that is ever changing and not really friendly to devoted people like us. But that’s okay, so be it.
This week I would like to share the outline and intentions of what is ahead. To start with, which I have already mentioned prior to all this; nothing will ever be asked of you, I am not here selling you anything. This is ALL about all of us praying together, that’s all. You are only invited to participate, obviously that is an important part of the whole idea behind a Rosary Prayer Team, but if you can great, and if you can’t then we will be praying for you. No problem ever either way, we only wish to encourage you to join in when you can. We aren’t a club, we don’t have meetings, but we do encourage fellowship.
I have a journal and in that journal this is what I have written in it, just yesterday:
One Rosary A Day – One Decade At A Time
-20 decades a day method.
-Daily decade invitations.
-Layout. Start to Finish, laid out as 1 complete rosary.
-Guide a prayer list method, my hand written name list method.
-Key... Always have a Rosary with you, no matter where you go.
This is just the beginning; I have so much to share. I have pages and pages of notes about what we can and will do as a group in prayer. The first and most important thing is that we identify ourselves as those devoted to the Rosary. And get more and more familiar with the mysteries. That’s an individual thing, and of cause each to their own gifts and devotion to our Lord and our Lady. Simply allow the Holy Spirit to guide your heart.
More details tomorrow..
Your brother in Christ Jesus & His Most Blessed Mother,
Jim (The Rosary Man) Dacey Jr. SFO
Today we pray the Joyful Mysteries
1. The Annunciation
2. The Visitation
3. The Birth of Jesus
4. The Presentation in The Temple
5. Finding of Jesus in the Temple
Thursday, July 21, 2011
Parables? Oh. So That's Why
Beads of Joy 07-21-11
Parables? Oh. So That’s Why
©2011 James Dacey, Jr. SFO
Hello Everybody,
Our Lord’s wisdom is infinite, His use of the parables by using stories mixed with images, allows us to see a biblical teaching in a sort of three dimensional way. I love parables for reflection and the fact that every time I meditate on them, each time it is fresh and new in that way of its depth and understanding. I hope I am making sense; parables are just so exciting and fun to learn about. Jesus always had this natural way of using parables even in just sentences that weren’t parables in full content to the chapter, but individually they are. The harmonic balance in a parable is just this: At the end of the story all the spiritual and material aspects of the story come together and their objective to share spiritual truth is revealed. It is an amazing part of the gospels. Did you know there are also numerous parables in the Old Testament? In the future I will share a couple of them; they are simply amazing stories in and of themselves also. I will share them with you, I promise.
How do we gain from a parable? Pick a parable and read it a couple of times. I have heard that parables protect truth embedded in a story, if you are in tune with Jesus and His word, and His truth, you will understand it. Even if you live in utter darkness but have only one spec of light, you will sense the spiritual truth in the story. The Holy Spirit within us is from Jesus, and the Spirit always draws itself to Jesus. Simply pray and ask for guidance from the Spirit whenever you spend time reading the parables.
What other advantages do parables provide? As a story, a parable tends to be more easily remembered. It’s not like we need to be a scholar, but with a story it’s so much easier to recall. What I really like also about parables is it really has you thinking, and sifting through the words and imagery trying to find God’s truth. Parables also are an attention grabber to all people of all ages, making a parable a wonderful teaching tool. And I guess many have noticed how I get all wound up and thrilled to be able to share a parable; to me they are so exciting , they stir up my conscience, and to me, give me a three dimensional way to learn more about God’s truth. From one parable I can see multiple truths and explanations to understand God even more. When Jesus taught His parables, they use to say, “No one like that before.” He really grabbed their attention, He certainly has grabbed mine.
Benefits of a Parable: In Matthew 13, Finis Dake gives us seven beneficial reasons for using parables; he has them in his book “Annotated Reference Bible”. Here they are:
1. To reveal truth in interesting form and create more interest.
2. To make known new truths to interested hearers.
3. To make known mysteries by comparison with things we already know.
4. To conceal truth from disinterested hearers and rebels at heart.
5. To add truth to those who love it and want more.
6. To take away from those who hate and do not want it.
7. To fulfill prophecy.
This is so exciting. What is the mission of a parable? Basically it’s just a form of teaching prophecy and biblical truth through story telling. I encourage you to take the time to spend time reflecting and learning the parables Jesus taught in the New Testament. This is truly a wonderful aspect of our faith. God Bless all of you. If there is any way I can help, please don’t hesitate to ask. Just drop me an email. (jimdaceyjr@yahoo.com)
Your brother in Christ Jesus & His Most Blessed Mother,
Jim (The Rosary Man) Dacey Jr. SFO
Today we pray the Luminous Mysteries
1. Baptism of Jesus
2. Wedding at Cana
3. Proclamation of the Kingdom
4. The Transfiguration
5. Institution of the Holy Eucharist
Parables? Oh. So That’s Why
©2011 James Dacey, Jr. SFO
Hello Everybody,
Our Lord’s wisdom is infinite, His use of the parables by using stories mixed with images, allows us to see a biblical teaching in a sort of three dimensional way. I love parables for reflection and the fact that every time I meditate on them, each time it is fresh and new in that way of its depth and understanding. I hope I am making sense; parables are just so exciting and fun to learn about. Jesus always had this natural way of using parables even in just sentences that weren’t parables in full content to the chapter, but individually they are. The harmonic balance in a parable is just this: At the end of the story all the spiritual and material aspects of the story come together and their objective to share spiritual truth is revealed. It is an amazing part of the gospels. Did you know there are also numerous parables in the Old Testament? In the future I will share a couple of them; they are simply amazing stories in and of themselves also. I will share them with you, I promise.
How do we gain from a parable? Pick a parable and read it a couple of times. I have heard that parables protect truth embedded in a story, if you are in tune with Jesus and His word, and His truth, you will understand it. Even if you live in utter darkness but have only one spec of light, you will sense the spiritual truth in the story. The Holy Spirit within us is from Jesus, and the Spirit always draws itself to Jesus. Simply pray and ask for guidance from the Spirit whenever you spend time reading the parables.
What other advantages do parables provide? As a story, a parable tends to be more easily remembered. It’s not like we need to be a scholar, but with a story it’s so much easier to recall. What I really like also about parables is it really has you thinking, and sifting through the words and imagery trying to find God’s truth. Parables also are an attention grabber to all people of all ages, making a parable a wonderful teaching tool. And I guess many have noticed how I get all wound up and thrilled to be able to share a parable; to me they are so exciting , they stir up my conscience, and to me, give me a three dimensional way to learn more about God’s truth. From one parable I can see multiple truths and explanations to understand God even more. When Jesus taught His parables, they use to say, “No one like that before.” He really grabbed their attention, He certainly has grabbed mine.
Benefits of a Parable: In Matthew 13, Finis Dake gives us seven beneficial reasons for using parables; he has them in his book “Annotated Reference Bible”. Here they are:
1. To reveal truth in interesting form and create more interest.
2. To make known new truths to interested hearers.
3. To make known mysteries by comparison with things we already know.
4. To conceal truth from disinterested hearers and rebels at heart.
5. To add truth to those who love it and want more.
6. To take away from those who hate and do not want it.
7. To fulfill prophecy.
This is so exciting. What is the mission of a parable? Basically it’s just a form of teaching prophecy and biblical truth through story telling. I encourage you to take the time to spend time reflecting and learning the parables Jesus taught in the New Testament. This is truly a wonderful aspect of our faith. God Bless all of you. If there is any way I can help, please don’t hesitate to ask. Just drop me an email. (jimdaceyjr@yahoo.com)
Your brother in Christ Jesus & His Most Blessed Mother,
Jim (The Rosary Man) Dacey Jr. SFO
Today we pray the Luminous Mysteries
1. Baptism of Jesus
2. Wedding at Cana
3. Proclamation of the Kingdom
4. The Transfiguration
5. Institution of the Holy Eucharist
Wednesday, July 20, 2011
The Soil Makes The Seed
Beads of Joy 07-20-11
The Soil Makes The Seed
©2011 James Dacey, Jr. SFO
Hello Everybody,
Let us take the time to reflect upon another fantastic incredible parable. Is Jesus the Sower, or is the Holy Spirit the Sower; or actually every single Christian should be the Sower. How can we be true followers of Jesus if we are not Sowers? It is only natural for us to be Sowers. Today’s gospel is found in Matthew 13:1-9 (The Parable of the Sower). How hungry are you for God’s word? How hungry are you and how much desire do you have to stay focused and attentive to His word? I think the main focus throughout this parable is actually the “soil”. Yes the Sower is importantly noted and obviously the seed is the key (God’s word) to the entire process. So let’s look at the soil, Jesus shares with us four kinds of soil that probably is examples of where we are spiritually in our life. Which one of these probably best describes us? And which one would we like to be, or even better, prefers to be?
Is your mind closed (1)? Is your life guided by emotion (2)? Or maybe your mind just wanders around often and is so easily distracted (3)? But then maybe, hopefully you are a well-grounded good hearer who is rooted deep in God’s word (4)? There is so much wisdom here to be thought about. Maybe you have never considered any of these thoughts, or maybe you never understood why you never felt well-grounded. Hopefully these thoughts might help lead you closer to Jesus and deeper into His word.
(1) “…some seeds fell along the path, and the birds came and devoured them.” This soil wasn’t even soil at all; being of closed mind is the only way to understand this “soil”. Who would ever expect a seed to be able to grow, lying on a path? Any animal can easily devour it, a heavy wind can blow it away, there is really nothing even allowing the seed to gain any sort of root. How sad to even think one would even say they are a Christian in this state of faith. There is no way that God’s word can gain any root here.
(2) “Other seeds fell on rocky ground, where they had not much soil, and immediately they sprang up, since they had no depth of soil, but when the sun rose they were scorched; and since they had no root they withered away..” How many people immediately receive God’s word, and sing on top of the roof tops and then all of a sudden, you never see or hear from them again. Without spiritual depth, full surrender of spirit and a true character of faith there is no way that someone can possibly stay excited and focused on Jesus. Emotion is the guiding force here, which is unstable and inconsistent. Those that fall into this category, really also have no root, and their understanding of what it really means to be born-again is not understood and people like this easily backslide.
(3) “Other seeds fell upon thorns, and the thorns grew up and choked them.” Does your mind wander? Do the worries and pleasures of this world distract you and keep you away from really knowing and loving Jesus? I don’t mean just a Sunday Catholic, Jesus died for us for all days, not just Sunday. You know the distractions of this world are subtle in their approach; you know who wouldn’t like a nice home, couple new cars, vacations unlimited; yes all that stuff would keep your heart away from Jesus, it doesn’t have to, but it could. These distractions are only more nails in your coffin, for the coffin that never makes it to Heaven. Consider the humble life of poverty. You know the word poverty doesn’t mean “broke”. If you are wealthy, you can still live the life of humility and you can live in a state of poverty. Simply stop being so selfish and prideful about yourself, care for others with what God has blessed you with. Stop meeting all your whims. Go on a “not buying for me” fast. And instead do things for others. Think about it. Help the people and the families you know need someone to step in and help them.
(4) “Other seeds fell on good soil and brought forth grain, some a hundredfold, some sixty, some thirty.” This is where you want to be, in good soil; a soil that brings forth grain and multiples. For some of us this is just a matter of mindset or better of heart-set, focusing on and really loving Jesus as Lord. Once you become sold out to Him and you really truly love Him, you will have deep roots in his word, and you will want to tell everyone about His love, His word, His mercy, oh so much to share, you won’t be able to shut up and sit down. LOL. Like I always say, you are either in, or you are out. If you are in, then you need to be fully in… Jesus didn’t die “partially”, He died fully for us. We to, must die fully for Him. Consider taking this step, a step that only leads you closer to Jesus... do it today.
Your brother in Christ Jesus & His Most Blessed Mother,
Jim (The Rosary Man) Dacey Jr. SFO
Today we pray the Glorious Mysteries
1. The Resurrection
2. The Ascension
3. The Descent of the Holy Spirit
4. The Assumption
5. The Coronation
The Soil Makes The Seed
©2011 James Dacey, Jr. SFO
Hello Everybody,
Let us take the time to reflect upon another fantastic incredible parable. Is Jesus the Sower, or is the Holy Spirit the Sower; or actually every single Christian should be the Sower. How can we be true followers of Jesus if we are not Sowers? It is only natural for us to be Sowers. Today’s gospel is found in Matthew 13:1-9 (The Parable of the Sower). How hungry are you for God’s word? How hungry are you and how much desire do you have to stay focused and attentive to His word? I think the main focus throughout this parable is actually the “soil”. Yes the Sower is importantly noted and obviously the seed is the key (God’s word) to the entire process. So let’s look at the soil, Jesus shares with us four kinds of soil that probably is examples of where we are spiritually in our life. Which one of these probably best describes us? And which one would we like to be, or even better, prefers to be?
Is your mind closed (1)? Is your life guided by emotion (2)? Or maybe your mind just wanders around often and is so easily distracted (3)? But then maybe, hopefully you are a well-grounded good hearer who is rooted deep in God’s word (4)? There is so much wisdom here to be thought about. Maybe you have never considered any of these thoughts, or maybe you never understood why you never felt well-grounded. Hopefully these thoughts might help lead you closer to Jesus and deeper into His word.
(1) “…some seeds fell along the path, and the birds came and devoured them.” This soil wasn’t even soil at all; being of closed mind is the only way to understand this “soil”. Who would ever expect a seed to be able to grow, lying on a path? Any animal can easily devour it, a heavy wind can blow it away, there is really nothing even allowing the seed to gain any sort of root. How sad to even think one would even say they are a Christian in this state of faith. There is no way that God’s word can gain any root here.
(2) “Other seeds fell on rocky ground, where they had not much soil, and immediately they sprang up, since they had no depth of soil, but when the sun rose they were scorched; and since they had no root they withered away..” How many people immediately receive God’s word, and sing on top of the roof tops and then all of a sudden, you never see or hear from them again. Without spiritual depth, full surrender of spirit and a true character of faith there is no way that someone can possibly stay excited and focused on Jesus. Emotion is the guiding force here, which is unstable and inconsistent. Those that fall into this category, really also have no root, and their understanding of what it really means to be born-again is not understood and people like this easily backslide.
(3) “Other seeds fell upon thorns, and the thorns grew up and choked them.” Does your mind wander? Do the worries and pleasures of this world distract you and keep you away from really knowing and loving Jesus? I don’t mean just a Sunday Catholic, Jesus died for us for all days, not just Sunday. You know the distractions of this world are subtle in their approach; you know who wouldn’t like a nice home, couple new cars, vacations unlimited; yes all that stuff would keep your heart away from Jesus, it doesn’t have to, but it could. These distractions are only more nails in your coffin, for the coffin that never makes it to Heaven. Consider the humble life of poverty. You know the word poverty doesn’t mean “broke”. If you are wealthy, you can still live the life of humility and you can live in a state of poverty. Simply stop being so selfish and prideful about yourself, care for others with what God has blessed you with. Stop meeting all your whims. Go on a “not buying for me” fast. And instead do things for others. Think about it. Help the people and the families you know need someone to step in and help them.
(4) “Other seeds fell on good soil and brought forth grain, some a hundredfold, some sixty, some thirty.” This is where you want to be, in good soil; a soil that brings forth grain and multiples. For some of us this is just a matter of mindset or better of heart-set, focusing on and really loving Jesus as Lord. Once you become sold out to Him and you really truly love Him, you will have deep roots in his word, and you will want to tell everyone about His love, His word, His mercy, oh so much to share, you won’t be able to shut up and sit down. LOL. Like I always say, you are either in, or you are out. If you are in, then you need to be fully in… Jesus didn’t die “partially”, He died fully for us. We to, must die fully for Him. Consider taking this step, a step that only leads you closer to Jesus... do it today.
Your brother in Christ Jesus & His Most Blessed Mother,
Jim (The Rosary Man) Dacey Jr. SFO
Today we pray the Glorious Mysteries
1. The Resurrection
2. The Ascension
3. The Descent of the Holy Spirit
4. The Assumption
5. The Coronation
Tuesday, July 19, 2011
What Is: The Dark Side?
Beads of Joy 07-19-11
What Is: The Dark Side?
©2011 James Dacey, Jr. SFO
Hello Everybody,
I realize that is a rather odd title. But think about it, what is the dark side to you? Is it in a movie made in space, or a character that uses magic? I don’t know, I don’t see it that way. I see the dark side like this: The minute you turn your focus and your love away from Jesus and you no longer wish to love Him, honor Him and worship Him; well then you are on the dark side. Yes the room can be well lite up and no one has put any movie on the screen. The dark side, the way I see it, it is the side that does not include Jesus. Because now look at the conclusion of your life. Should you stay on the dark side and then die, standing before God in judgment He will say, “I never knew you.” In the Gospel of Matthew chapter 10, so much wisdom is shared about what Jesus tells us. Here are just a few verses from that chapter.
“Do not be afraid of those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul. Rather, be afraid of the One who can destroy both soul and body in hell. Are not two sparrows sold for a penny? Yet not one of them will fall to the ground outside your Father’s care. And even the very hairs of your head are all numbered. So don’t be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows.” Verses 28-31
And here are the verses I just allotted to earlier: “Whoever acknowledges me before others, I will also acknowledge before my Father in heaven. But whoever disowns me before others, I will disown before my Father in heaven." Verses 32-33
“Anyone who loves their father or mother more than me is not worthy of me; anyone who loves their son or daughter more than me is not worthy of me. Whoever does not take up their cross and follow me is not worthy of me. Whoever finds their life will lose it, and whoever loses their life for my sake will find it.” Verses 37-39, this is pretty deep stuff, I realize many will flee at these words, because their love for Jesus can never be as loyal and as deep as He requires us to be. But I will tell you, once you do as He commands us to do; you will experience levels of Joy that can never be explained in mere words. And that Joy will be an endless flow, a flow that can easily last an eternity of eternities.
This life we live is a serious time for us to prepare for eternity. We have been blessed with how ever many years to properly prepare our souls for Heaven. God knows our heart; He knows what we do in the shadows, in the closet and behind closed doors. He is well aware of every word we utter, type, text, tweet and speak under our breath. He knows that very day that we will be accountable for all our doings, good and bad. He knows when we have pride, he knows and sees our selfishness; and He even knows it when we use deceit and manipulation to hide it. None of us are saints, yes, we are saints in the makings, and I never doubted that for a moment. But we all have free-will and we all must deal with the world we live in. Is this all making any sort of sense? Jesus Christ died for you and for me, why? So that we may have eternal life, and in order that we might; He had to first pay for all our sins in full; His blood did that for us.
So now full circle back to the beginning of today’s blog: What is the dark side to you? And how might you be able to stay in the light more frequently. Who would have ever guessed, but I recommend you spend time in prayer, praying what? You ask. The Rosary of cause is where I will lead you to. Everyday our group unites in prayer in the evening, praying the Rosary together. You too can join us, or pray the Rosary any time you wish, and as often as you desire. My recommendation isn’t for everybody, but I suggest is in the midst of your day, pray the entire twenty decades. Truly, honestly, lovingly, spend time with Jesus and His Mother every day. Stay in the light of His word, His presence, His life, while hanging out with His Mother. You will soon, very quickly start to experience that Joy I was speaking about, a Joy that cannot be contained. Soon you to will be on the roof-tops sharing your Joy with everybody you meet. Yes this can happen to you. It happened to me. Back in 1983 my entire life changed, and Jesus became the center of all that I do, and His Mother became my Mother. Yes this world matters, but only if we spend the time here preparing for an eternity in Heaven with Jesus. All is lost if we miss out. Praise Jesus that we have each other, for encouragement, and guidance and assistance in helping each other stay on track. Step out in faith today, and serve only one Lord and Savior: Jesus Christ.
Your brother in Christ Jesus & His Most Blessed Mother,
Jim(The Rosary Man)Dacey Jr. SFO
Today we pray the Sorrowful Mysteries
1. Agony in the Garden
2. The Scourging at the Pillar
3. Crowing with Thorns
4. Carrying of the Cross
5. The Crucifixion of Jesus
What Is: The Dark Side?
©2011 James Dacey, Jr. SFO
Hello Everybody,
I realize that is a rather odd title. But think about it, what is the dark side to you? Is it in a movie made in space, or a character that uses magic? I don’t know, I don’t see it that way. I see the dark side like this: The minute you turn your focus and your love away from Jesus and you no longer wish to love Him, honor Him and worship Him; well then you are on the dark side. Yes the room can be well lite up and no one has put any movie on the screen. The dark side, the way I see it, it is the side that does not include Jesus. Because now look at the conclusion of your life. Should you stay on the dark side and then die, standing before God in judgment He will say, “I never knew you.” In the Gospel of Matthew chapter 10, so much wisdom is shared about what Jesus tells us. Here are just a few verses from that chapter.
“Do not be afraid of those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul. Rather, be afraid of the One who can destroy both soul and body in hell. Are not two sparrows sold for a penny? Yet not one of them will fall to the ground outside your Father’s care. And even the very hairs of your head are all numbered. So don’t be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows.” Verses 28-31
And here are the verses I just allotted to earlier: “Whoever acknowledges me before others, I will also acknowledge before my Father in heaven. But whoever disowns me before others, I will disown before my Father in heaven." Verses 32-33
“Anyone who loves their father or mother more than me is not worthy of me; anyone who loves their son or daughter more than me is not worthy of me. Whoever does not take up their cross and follow me is not worthy of me. Whoever finds their life will lose it, and whoever loses their life for my sake will find it.” Verses 37-39, this is pretty deep stuff, I realize many will flee at these words, because their love for Jesus can never be as loyal and as deep as He requires us to be. But I will tell you, once you do as He commands us to do; you will experience levels of Joy that can never be explained in mere words. And that Joy will be an endless flow, a flow that can easily last an eternity of eternities.
This life we live is a serious time for us to prepare for eternity. We have been blessed with how ever many years to properly prepare our souls for Heaven. God knows our heart; He knows what we do in the shadows, in the closet and behind closed doors. He is well aware of every word we utter, type, text, tweet and speak under our breath. He knows that very day that we will be accountable for all our doings, good and bad. He knows when we have pride, he knows and sees our selfishness; and He even knows it when we use deceit and manipulation to hide it. None of us are saints, yes, we are saints in the makings, and I never doubted that for a moment. But we all have free-will and we all must deal with the world we live in. Is this all making any sort of sense? Jesus Christ died for you and for me, why? So that we may have eternal life, and in order that we might; He had to first pay for all our sins in full; His blood did that for us.
So now full circle back to the beginning of today’s blog: What is the dark side to you? And how might you be able to stay in the light more frequently. Who would have ever guessed, but I recommend you spend time in prayer, praying what? You ask. The Rosary of cause is where I will lead you to. Everyday our group unites in prayer in the evening, praying the Rosary together. You too can join us, or pray the Rosary any time you wish, and as often as you desire. My recommendation isn’t for everybody, but I suggest is in the midst of your day, pray the entire twenty decades. Truly, honestly, lovingly, spend time with Jesus and His Mother every day. Stay in the light of His word, His presence, His life, while hanging out with His Mother. You will soon, very quickly start to experience that Joy I was speaking about, a Joy that cannot be contained. Soon you to will be on the roof-tops sharing your Joy with everybody you meet. Yes this can happen to you. It happened to me. Back in 1983 my entire life changed, and Jesus became the center of all that I do, and His Mother became my Mother. Yes this world matters, but only if we spend the time here preparing for an eternity in Heaven with Jesus. All is lost if we miss out. Praise Jesus that we have each other, for encouragement, and guidance and assistance in helping each other stay on track. Step out in faith today, and serve only one Lord and Savior: Jesus Christ.
Your brother in Christ Jesus & His Most Blessed Mother,
Jim(The Rosary Man)Dacey Jr. SFO
Today we pray the Sorrowful Mysteries
1. Agony in the Garden
2. The Scourging at the Pillar
3. Crowing with Thorns
4. Carrying of the Cross
5. The Crucifixion of Jesus
Monday, July 18, 2011
No Sign Shall Be Given
Beads of Joy 07-18-11
No Sign Shall Be Given
©2011 James Dacey, Jr. SFO
Hello Everybody,
How many of you really think we are, “an evil and adulterous generation” seeking a sign from God? I think we are, in fact it would be fair to say that many are starting to be a “God hating, non-believing, evil, selfish, prideful, adulterous generation.” Think that maybe too harsh? I don’t know look around, and compare the way you yourself see things, compared to what so many of us know what it used to be like, say 20-30 years ago. Yes indeed times have changed. Technology may have improved things to a more comfortable lifestyle, but morality and respect and common sense and decency are almost gone from our society. And I even think selfishness and pride are at all-time highs now. Today’s gospel can be found in Matthew 12:38-42 (Demand for a sign.) A truly incredible demand made by some of the scribes and Pharisees. How dare anyone make such a demand. One thing God doesn’t have to do is answer to anybody. The creature has no right to request anything from the creator. Our society is so blind-sided by the fact that they refuse to believe in “God” that I hear so much about, we come from another planet. Society would much rather believe that, then to believe in Almighty God who created us. I feel very sad for this generation of very confused, very selfish people out there. Now you all know I am most likely not talking to anyone who believes that, but I will guess that many of us know others who believe this crazy talk.
Do you thirst for God’s word, His truth, His presence in your life? So many people don’t, sad thing is God is ever present in all our lives, I guess it all depends; are you really looking for Him, or are you so blinded by everything else going on in your life, that you can’t see Him or you don’t want to see Him. We really need to look at our lives in such a way that all things are happening according to His will. Did that make any sense? And you say, “How do I do that?” Well I certainly don’t claim to be a scholar or anyone with the ability to see the future and just know these things; but I know how strongly I believe and how much I love my Lord. And I know how my life as a husband, and a father and a friend has experienced an incredible level of “hands off the wheel faith.” Did that make sense? What that means is God is in charge. Yes it would be nice to be able to call all he shots, make all the choices and in the end, get my back patted, and walk away with all the rewards. But honestly, if you do that, then you are not a follow of Jesus Christ. Our lives must be of sacrifice, offerings, prayer not only for ourselves, but mostly for others, and constant praise and love for Almighty God; a truly unselfish life. That is an incredible life, not many people in this world today see or even understand all the Joy in that type of a lifestyle.
We must really humble ourselves before Jesus, be single minded in our heart and mind; fully focused on one thing: God alone. He should be our own source for wisdom, truth, knowledge, joy, happiness. He must be the center source for all our needs. We have been blessed with the Holy Spirit to assist us and guide to the Father. The world we live in is deceiving, and very demanding. It always wants scientific proof and documented evidence. Sadly so much that they demand they only accept after it has been manipulated to meet their needs. Many of you know what I am talking about. Our faith isn’t like that; our faith is all about placing all our cards on the table for Him, for He who has died for us. No one in this world can ever love us as much as he does. No one in this world can ever give to us, what Jesus died for to give us. No one in this world that is of this world even knows what I am talking about. The Holy Spirit inside of us, that gift God has given us, seeks only the best for us; to be with Jesus, and to help us to know Jesus. That empty feeling you feel inside the pit of your soul, the spot you don’t know how to fill; you know what I am talking about. Well many fill it with evil things, habits, and relationships, whatever. Well that place is where Jesus should be dwelling in your life. He is the only one who can fulfill that inner need, take away that empty feeling. That place is made only for Him to reside in.
I encourage you today, if you haven’t already done so; surrender all your desires of this world and seek out only Jesus. It doesn’t matter if you have nothing and you live on the street or you are a zillionaire. Nothing in this earthly life really has any meaning when it comes to making the choice of Jesus or that stuff. Because in the end we must all die, and we all will, you know. And it is at that moment that all those choices of how ever many years, will come down to whether you spend eternity with Jesus or without Jesus. Once you stand before God in judgment, it is already too late to change your life. Selfishness and pride are the two biggest destroyers of the humble soul. Live your life for the one man, our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, who died for us; to pay for our sins in full, and He opened the doors of Heaven for us, so that we to might spend eternity with Him and the Father.
Your brother in Christ Jesus & His Most Blessed Mother,
Jim(The Rosary Man)Dacey Jr. SFO
Today we pray the Joyful Mysteries
1. The Annunciation
2. The Visitation
3. The Birth of Jesus
4. The Presentation in The Temple
5. Finding of Jesus in the Temple
No Sign Shall Be Given
©2011 James Dacey, Jr. SFO
Hello Everybody,
How many of you really think we are, “an evil and adulterous generation” seeking a sign from God? I think we are, in fact it would be fair to say that many are starting to be a “God hating, non-believing, evil, selfish, prideful, adulterous generation.” Think that maybe too harsh? I don’t know look around, and compare the way you yourself see things, compared to what so many of us know what it used to be like, say 20-30 years ago. Yes indeed times have changed. Technology may have improved things to a more comfortable lifestyle, but morality and respect and common sense and decency are almost gone from our society. And I even think selfishness and pride are at all-time highs now. Today’s gospel can be found in Matthew 12:38-42 (Demand for a sign.) A truly incredible demand made by some of the scribes and Pharisees. How dare anyone make such a demand. One thing God doesn’t have to do is answer to anybody. The creature has no right to request anything from the creator. Our society is so blind-sided by the fact that they refuse to believe in “God” that I hear so much about, we come from another planet. Society would much rather believe that, then to believe in Almighty God who created us. I feel very sad for this generation of very confused, very selfish people out there. Now you all know I am most likely not talking to anyone who believes that, but I will guess that many of us know others who believe this crazy talk.
Do you thirst for God’s word, His truth, His presence in your life? So many people don’t, sad thing is God is ever present in all our lives, I guess it all depends; are you really looking for Him, or are you so blinded by everything else going on in your life, that you can’t see Him or you don’t want to see Him. We really need to look at our lives in such a way that all things are happening according to His will. Did that make any sense? And you say, “How do I do that?” Well I certainly don’t claim to be a scholar or anyone with the ability to see the future and just know these things; but I know how strongly I believe and how much I love my Lord. And I know how my life as a husband, and a father and a friend has experienced an incredible level of “hands off the wheel faith.” Did that make sense? What that means is God is in charge. Yes it would be nice to be able to call all he shots, make all the choices and in the end, get my back patted, and walk away with all the rewards. But honestly, if you do that, then you are not a follow of Jesus Christ. Our lives must be of sacrifice, offerings, prayer not only for ourselves, but mostly for others, and constant praise and love for Almighty God; a truly unselfish life. That is an incredible life, not many people in this world today see or even understand all the Joy in that type of a lifestyle.
We must really humble ourselves before Jesus, be single minded in our heart and mind; fully focused on one thing: God alone. He should be our own source for wisdom, truth, knowledge, joy, happiness. He must be the center source for all our needs. We have been blessed with the Holy Spirit to assist us and guide to the Father. The world we live in is deceiving, and very demanding. It always wants scientific proof and documented evidence. Sadly so much that they demand they only accept after it has been manipulated to meet their needs. Many of you know what I am talking about. Our faith isn’t like that; our faith is all about placing all our cards on the table for Him, for He who has died for us. No one in this world can ever love us as much as he does. No one in this world can ever give to us, what Jesus died for to give us. No one in this world that is of this world even knows what I am talking about. The Holy Spirit inside of us, that gift God has given us, seeks only the best for us; to be with Jesus, and to help us to know Jesus. That empty feeling you feel inside the pit of your soul, the spot you don’t know how to fill; you know what I am talking about. Well many fill it with evil things, habits, and relationships, whatever. Well that place is where Jesus should be dwelling in your life. He is the only one who can fulfill that inner need, take away that empty feeling. That place is made only for Him to reside in.
I encourage you today, if you haven’t already done so; surrender all your desires of this world and seek out only Jesus. It doesn’t matter if you have nothing and you live on the street or you are a zillionaire. Nothing in this earthly life really has any meaning when it comes to making the choice of Jesus or that stuff. Because in the end we must all die, and we all will, you know. And it is at that moment that all those choices of how ever many years, will come down to whether you spend eternity with Jesus or without Jesus. Once you stand before God in judgment, it is already too late to change your life. Selfishness and pride are the two biggest destroyers of the humble soul. Live your life for the one man, our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, who died for us; to pay for our sins in full, and He opened the doors of Heaven for us, so that we to might spend eternity with Him and the Father.
Your brother in Christ Jesus & His Most Blessed Mother,
Jim(The Rosary Man)Dacey Jr. SFO
Today we pray the Joyful Mysteries
1. The Annunciation
2. The Visitation
3. The Birth of Jesus
4. The Presentation in The Temple
5. Finding of Jesus in the Temple
Sunday, July 17, 2011
The Righteous Will Shine
Beads of Joy 07-17-11
The Righteous Will Shine
©2011 James Dacey, Jr. SFO
Hello Everybody,
The world of “Parables” that Jesus has brought to us, is exciting, insightful and full of love and wisdom; Jesus has set all of this into place to help guide us even closer to Himself. Today’s gospel is rather long and has three separate parts to look at. Today we are reflecting upon Matthew 13:24-43, verses 24-30, “Parable of the weeds among the wheat.” verses 31-35, “Jesus explains the mustard seed and the leaven.” And in verses 36-43, “Jesus explains the parable of the weeds.” So much to talk about in today’s gospel, maybe a reflection on how the weeds and the wheat are growing together in our society. Good and evil are inextricably interwoven in our world; there is no question that this is a true fact. Let us at least know the difference. In today’s parable God allowed both the weeds and the wheat to grow together. His wisdom knew that trying to separate them in the world we live in will only destroy the good in it. Let’s face a simple truth, without evil, there is no good. Positive can’t exist and even be seen as positive if negative didn’t exist. But when the two are side by side; the positive and the good shine, and the two are compared. But if there were only one, how then can we know that there are negative and bad things that we must avoid? God through the Holy Spirit enlightens our hearts and mind and soul to know Him; and once we know Him and all that is good, we can easily see evil and what is bad. The only place in the universe that only has positive, good, holy things is Heaven. So while we are here on earth, let us pray for the wisdom to know the difference.
Jesus distinctly teaches us that this earth is God’s. Scripture clearly states, “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.” John 3:16. That without a doubt very clearly tells us that we who believe in Him shall not perish. God loves us with all His heart. In today’s gospel Jesus is the sower, and the enemy is satan. Didn’t the enemy do this sowing of bad seed before? Adam and Eve were betrayed and mislead by the same evil seed. Today’s parable does share the wisdom of God and that He alone knows that the separation of the one or the other is beyond anything we can possibly understand, that is why they must grow together. But in this same scripture God says that this intermingling won’t last forever, but that at the time of harvest the two shall be separated. The final judgment shall come, and our free will to either do whatever we want or do what His will wants will determine the eternal destination of our soul. God gives us so many resources and so many wonderful Godly people to help guide us to Him. Let us stay focused on Jesus no matter what.
Are we aware of the destructive evil that surrounds us in this world? I would say yes, for the most part, evil stands out. Yes, good and evil, more and more are being distorted and blurred together, making it ever so much harder to know the difference. The government has its own evil way of supporting evil and sin, while making doing what is right difficult. With that being said, we see the difference. We also know that we can’t rely on society or the government to be the spiritual leaders we need to be, to help direct our children and grandchildren to Jesus. We as God’s children must sincerely without a doubt, live a life pleasing to God and that we must do all we can to direct our children and family to Jesus. But we do realize in the common sense of all that, that we all have a free will and that sometimes even in our prayers we lose people. Those people must remain lifted in our prayers. Sometimes it is God alone who must redirect that person back to their faith. All we should be doing is love and pray for them, placing all our Trust in Him.
In the end we will all reap and get exactly what we have sown through this life. We can’t sit in judgment against others condemning them. God knows the hearts and minds of His children. We must learn to forgive and move forward. We do not have to befriend evil, or share coffee with those who have hurt or offended us, but we as Christians must not wish evil or seek evil revenge on those who hurt us. We must instead pray for that individual and do all we can to help direct them to Jesus. God knows our hearts; He knows what we can handle and what we can’t. Let us place all your trust in Him and ask Him to bless and love those who have been evil to us. I know all this first hand, forgiveness even to those who have done all they can to break up our family. I wish no evil or revenge on the evil seeds that have been sown; I instead pray for them every single day. God knows I can’t break bread with them, but He knows I can pray for them, and He knows that in my heart I can through His shed blood; love them in spite of all that has happened. I embrace pain and suffering with God’s strength. It is through that that my faith is what it is today. There is no storm, no tsunami, no earth shaking event that shall ever draw me personally away from my Lord. In all that is good and evil, I thank God in all things; and do what I can to only help His will to continue in my life.
Your brother in Christ Jesus & His Most Blessed Mother,
Jim (The Rosary Man) Dacey Jr. SFO
Today we pray the Glorious Mysteries
1. The Resurrection
2. The Ascension
3. The Descent of the Holy Spirit
4. The Assumption
5. The Coronation
The Righteous Will Shine
©2011 James Dacey, Jr. SFO
Hello Everybody,
The world of “Parables” that Jesus has brought to us, is exciting, insightful and full of love and wisdom; Jesus has set all of this into place to help guide us even closer to Himself. Today’s gospel is rather long and has three separate parts to look at. Today we are reflecting upon Matthew 13:24-43, verses 24-30, “Parable of the weeds among the wheat.” verses 31-35, “Jesus explains the mustard seed and the leaven.” And in verses 36-43, “Jesus explains the parable of the weeds.” So much to talk about in today’s gospel, maybe a reflection on how the weeds and the wheat are growing together in our society. Good and evil are inextricably interwoven in our world; there is no question that this is a true fact. Let us at least know the difference. In today’s parable God allowed both the weeds and the wheat to grow together. His wisdom knew that trying to separate them in the world we live in will only destroy the good in it. Let’s face a simple truth, without evil, there is no good. Positive can’t exist and even be seen as positive if negative didn’t exist. But when the two are side by side; the positive and the good shine, and the two are compared. But if there were only one, how then can we know that there are negative and bad things that we must avoid? God through the Holy Spirit enlightens our hearts and mind and soul to know Him; and once we know Him and all that is good, we can easily see evil and what is bad. The only place in the universe that only has positive, good, holy things is Heaven. So while we are here on earth, let us pray for the wisdom to know the difference.
Jesus distinctly teaches us that this earth is God’s. Scripture clearly states, “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.” John 3:16. That without a doubt very clearly tells us that we who believe in Him shall not perish. God loves us with all His heart. In today’s gospel Jesus is the sower, and the enemy is satan. Didn’t the enemy do this sowing of bad seed before? Adam and Eve were betrayed and mislead by the same evil seed. Today’s parable does share the wisdom of God and that He alone knows that the separation of the one or the other is beyond anything we can possibly understand, that is why they must grow together. But in this same scripture God says that this intermingling won’t last forever, but that at the time of harvest the two shall be separated. The final judgment shall come, and our free will to either do whatever we want or do what His will wants will determine the eternal destination of our soul. God gives us so many resources and so many wonderful Godly people to help guide us to Him. Let us stay focused on Jesus no matter what.
Are we aware of the destructive evil that surrounds us in this world? I would say yes, for the most part, evil stands out. Yes, good and evil, more and more are being distorted and blurred together, making it ever so much harder to know the difference. The government has its own evil way of supporting evil and sin, while making doing what is right difficult. With that being said, we see the difference. We also know that we can’t rely on society or the government to be the spiritual leaders we need to be, to help direct our children and grandchildren to Jesus. We as God’s children must sincerely without a doubt, live a life pleasing to God and that we must do all we can to direct our children and family to Jesus. But we do realize in the common sense of all that, that we all have a free will and that sometimes even in our prayers we lose people. Those people must remain lifted in our prayers. Sometimes it is God alone who must redirect that person back to their faith. All we should be doing is love and pray for them, placing all our Trust in Him.
In the end we will all reap and get exactly what we have sown through this life. We can’t sit in judgment against others condemning them. God knows the hearts and minds of His children. We must learn to forgive and move forward. We do not have to befriend evil, or share coffee with those who have hurt or offended us, but we as Christians must not wish evil or seek evil revenge on those who hurt us. We must instead pray for that individual and do all we can to help direct them to Jesus. God knows our hearts; He knows what we can handle and what we can’t. Let us place all your trust in Him and ask Him to bless and love those who have been evil to us. I know all this first hand, forgiveness even to those who have done all they can to break up our family. I wish no evil or revenge on the evil seeds that have been sown; I instead pray for them every single day. God knows I can’t break bread with them, but He knows I can pray for them, and He knows that in my heart I can through His shed blood; love them in spite of all that has happened. I embrace pain and suffering with God’s strength. It is through that that my faith is what it is today. There is no storm, no tsunami, no earth shaking event that shall ever draw me personally away from my Lord. In all that is good and evil, I thank God in all things; and do what I can to only help His will to continue in my life.
Your brother in Christ Jesus & His Most Blessed Mother,
Jim (The Rosary Man) Dacey Jr. SFO
Today we pray the Glorious Mysteries
1. The Resurrection
2. The Ascension
3. The Descent of the Holy Spirit
4. The Assumption
5. The Coronation
Saturday, July 16, 2011
Music To Live By
Beads of Joy 07-16-11
Music to Live By
©2011 James Dacey, Jr SFO
Hello Everyone,
I thought I'd put a list with links to all the music I recently posted. I am huge fan of Christian music, there is far too much to share all at once. So this is the entire list of 19 songs I posted on July 10, 2011. Now you to have access to these most glorious, fun, exciting songs praising Jesus.
Sidewalk Prophets - You Love Me Anyway
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y8BBCYFAYRI
John Waller - While I'm Waiting (Fireproof)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u3b2jw1rjBc
Tenth Avenue North - You Are More
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IwtcwQwgdsA
Chris Tomlin - I Will Follow
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nnwz3xx_yGs&feature=related
Matthew West - My Own Little World
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M9Yasgzjc0w
The Script - The First Time
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eJSLMnZ-j5k&feature=related
Third Day - Children of God
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V6jO7xhU_Pw
Heather Williams - Hallelujah
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OX2uM0L3Y1A
Josh Wilson - I Refuse
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6B1Lv8k5pEc
Sanctus Real - Lead Me
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yLr6G8Xy5uc
Mandisa - Stronger
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=emgv-VRtMEU
Newsboys - He Reigns
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=twuLr5rQmp0&feature=related
Michael Card & John Michael Talbot - One Faith
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AgYguIi7fMI
Point of Grace - I Wish
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2T7AzuCQgGY
Brandon Heath - Your Love
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yfc9y7X3zog
Michael W. Smith - Awesome God
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=38V8jnN1Kpw
JJ Heller - What Love Really Means
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PgGUKWiw7Wk
Chris Tomlin - How Great Is Our God
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cKLQ1td3MbE
Laura Story - Blessings
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1CSVqHcdhXQ
Your brother in Christ Jesus & His Most Blessed Mother,
Jim (The Rosary Man) Dacey Jr SFO
Today we pray the Joyful Mysteries
1. The Annunciation
2. The Visitation
3. The Birth of Jesus
4. The Presentation in The Temple
5. Finding of Jesus in the Temple
Music to Live By
©2011 James Dacey, Jr SFO
Hello Everyone,
I thought I'd put a list with links to all the music I recently posted. I am huge fan of Christian music, there is far too much to share all at once. So this is the entire list of 19 songs I posted on July 10, 2011. Now you to have access to these most glorious, fun, exciting songs praising Jesus.
Sidewalk Prophets - You Love Me Anyway
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y8BBCYFAYRI
John Waller - While I'm Waiting (Fireproof)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u3b2jw1rjBc
Tenth Avenue North - You Are More
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IwtcwQwgdsA
Chris Tomlin - I Will Follow
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nnwz3xx_yGs&feature=related
Matthew West - My Own Little World
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M9Yasgzjc0w
The Script - The First Time
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eJSLMnZ-j5k&feature=related
Third Day - Children of God
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V6jO7xhU_Pw
Heather Williams - Hallelujah
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OX2uM0L3Y1A
Josh Wilson - I Refuse
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6B1Lv8k5pEc
Sanctus Real - Lead Me
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yLr6G8Xy5uc
Mandisa - Stronger
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=emgv-VRtMEU
Newsboys - He Reigns
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=twuLr5rQmp0&feature=related
Michael Card & John Michael Talbot - One Faith
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AgYguIi7fMI
Point of Grace - I Wish
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2T7AzuCQgGY
Brandon Heath - Your Love
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yfc9y7X3zog
Michael W. Smith - Awesome God
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=38V8jnN1Kpw
JJ Heller - What Love Really Means
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PgGUKWiw7Wk
Chris Tomlin - How Great Is Our God
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cKLQ1td3MbE
Laura Story - Blessings
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1CSVqHcdhXQ
Your brother in Christ Jesus & His Most Blessed Mother,
Jim (The Rosary Man) Dacey Jr SFO
Today we pray the Joyful Mysteries
1. The Annunciation
2. The Visitation
3. The Birth of Jesus
4. The Presentation in The Temple
5. Finding of Jesus in the Temple
Monday, May 16, 2011
Sincere Thank You
Beads of Joy 05-16-11
Sincere Thank You
©2011 James Dacey, Jr. SFO
Hello Everyone,
Thank you so much for having patience with my lack of a daily blog. It's not that I don't want to; it's that I am distracted with the fact that my daughter ran away from home back on January 3rd of this year. We know where she is, she just refuses to return home and be with her family.
The school has since contacted us, since we have moved out of the state, she can no longer legally attend the school she is in. It's because her parents (us) live in another school district. We had no idea that would happen, you know with her being 18, we figured she does what she wants. Guess not. And there are several other issues surrounding the people she is living with.
I pray that no one ever has to deal with this type of a cross, both Chrissy and I have had this cross and it seems to be only getting heavier. So please know that I am grateful for your patience in my returning to "Beads of Joy". I have so much more to write and share with everyone. Just know that I am working hard at getting back on track.. God Bless all of you. In the meantime I will posting spiritual insight in quotes. Mostly through Twitter (Monday - Friday)
http://twitter.com/#!/RosaryManJim
Your brother in Christ Jesus & His Most Blessed Mother,
Jim (The Rosary Man) Dacey Jr SFO
Today we pray the Joyful Mysteries
1. The Annunciation
2. The Visitation
3. The Birth of Jesus
4. The Presentation in The Temple
5. Finding of Jesus in the Temple
Sincere Thank You
©2011 James Dacey, Jr. SFO
Hello Everyone,
Thank you so much for having patience with my lack of a daily blog. It's not that I don't want to; it's that I am distracted with the fact that my daughter ran away from home back on January 3rd of this year. We know where she is, she just refuses to return home and be with her family.
The school has since contacted us, since we have moved out of the state, she can no longer legally attend the school she is in. It's because her parents (us) live in another school district. We had no idea that would happen, you know with her being 18, we figured she does what she wants. Guess not. And there are several other issues surrounding the people she is living with.
I pray that no one ever has to deal with this type of a cross, both Chrissy and I have had this cross and it seems to be only getting heavier. So please know that I am grateful for your patience in my returning to "Beads of Joy". I have so much more to write and share with everyone. Just know that I am working hard at getting back on track.. God Bless all of you. In the meantime I will posting spiritual insight in quotes. Mostly through Twitter (Monday - Friday)
http://twitter.com/#!/RosaryManJim
Your brother in Christ Jesus & His Most Blessed Mother,
Jim (The Rosary Man) Dacey Jr SFO
Today we pray the Joyful Mysteries
1. The Annunciation
2. The Visitation
3. The Birth of Jesus
4. The Presentation in The Temple
5. Finding of Jesus in the Temple
Monday, May 2, 2011
You Must Be Born A New
Beads of Joy 05-02-11
You Must Be Born A New
©2011 James Dacey, Jr. SFO
Hello Everyone,
How many of you are truly born-again? A new life has been awoken inside of you. Yes you can become "born-again" at any age, this birth is a spiritual birth. There are many benefits to this new birth, many benefits that will forever change our lives, and lead us closer to Jesus. See being born naturally makes us heirs with Adam and Eve; hence we seek out the things of this world, and that which is born of this world, is of this world. But if we are born-again of the Spirit, we become heirs with Jesus the Son of God. Our lives are now spiritually alive giving us true access to the Kingdom of God. Like Jesus said in today's gospel, "Truly, truly, I say to you, unless one is born of water and the Spirit, he cannot enter the kingdom of God. That which is born of the flesh is flesh, and that which is born of the Spirit is spirit." verses 5-6. Here is yet another very critical part of how I maintain such a consistent level of Joy in my life and in my heart; no matter what is happening in my life.
There is no secret formula, no secret code, no special prayer that magically makes us born again of Spirit. Instead one must fully believe in, surrender to, and follow Jesus. Once your heart is fully devoted to a sincere, devote love for our Lord Jesus Christ; you have truly become born-again. Of cause there is so much more to it, but a very important first step is your open acknowledgment that Jesus Christ is your Lord and Savior.
The Apostles Creed is a wonderful starting point.
Apostles Creed
I believe in God, the Father Almighty,
Creator of Heaven and earth.
And in Jesus Christ, His only Son, our Lord.
Who was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit,
born of the Virgin Mary,
suffered under Pontius Pilate,
was crucified, died, and was buried.
He descended into hell.
The third day He rose again.
He ascended into heaven
and sits at the right hand of God,
the Father Almighty.
From thence He shall come to judge
the living and the dead.
I believe in the Holy Spirit,
the Holy Catholic Church,
the Communion of Saints,
the forgiveness of sins,
the resurrection of the body
and life everlasting.
Amen
I invite you today to open your heart and life to Jesus. Begin today, to make your life unlike you have ever before. Ask Jesus to be the center of your life, ask Him to come into your life. Share your faith and love for Him with others, change your ways, your thoughts and your mind. Embrace Jesus with all you got, follow Him, and Him alone.
Your brother in Christ Jesus & His Most Blessed Mother,
Jim (The Rosary Man) Dacey Jr SFO
Today we pray the Joyful Mysteries
1. The Annunciation
2. The Visitation
3. The Birth of Jesus
4. The Presentation in The Temple
5. Finding of Jesus in the Temple
You Must Be Born A New
©2011 James Dacey, Jr. SFO
Hello Everyone,
How many of you are truly born-again? A new life has been awoken inside of you. Yes you can become "born-again" at any age, this birth is a spiritual birth. There are many benefits to this new birth, many benefits that will forever change our lives, and lead us closer to Jesus. See being born naturally makes us heirs with Adam and Eve; hence we seek out the things of this world, and that which is born of this world, is of this world. But if we are born-again of the Spirit, we become heirs with Jesus the Son of God. Our lives are now spiritually alive giving us true access to the Kingdom of God. Like Jesus said in today's gospel, "Truly, truly, I say to you, unless one is born of water and the Spirit, he cannot enter the kingdom of God. That which is born of the flesh is flesh, and that which is born of the Spirit is spirit." verses 5-6. Here is yet another very critical part of how I maintain such a consistent level of Joy in my life and in my heart; no matter what is happening in my life.
There is no secret formula, no secret code, no special prayer that magically makes us born again of Spirit. Instead one must fully believe in, surrender to, and follow Jesus. Once your heart is fully devoted to a sincere, devote love for our Lord Jesus Christ; you have truly become born-again. Of cause there is so much more to it, but a very important first step is your open acknowledgment that Jesus Christ is your Lord and Savior.
The Apostles Creed is a wonderful starting point.
Apostles Creed
I believe in God, the Father Almighty,
Creator of Heaven and earth.
And in Jesus Christ, His only Son, our Lord.
Who was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit,
born of the Virgin Mary,
suffered under Pontius Pilate,
was crucified, died, and was buried.
He descended into hell.
The third day He rose again.
He ascended into heaven
and sits at the right hand of God,
the Father Almighty.
From thence He shall come to judge
the living and the dead.
I believe in the Holy Spirit,
the Holy Catholic Church,
the Communion of Saints,
the forgiveness of sins,
the resurrection of the body
and life everlasting.
Amen
I invite you today to open your heart and life to Jesus. Begin today, to make your life unlike you have ever before. Ask Jesus to be the center of your life, ask Him to come into your life. Share your faith and love for Him with others, change your ways, your thoughts and your mind. Embrace Jesus with all you got, follow Him, and Him alone.
Your brother in Christ Jesus & His Most Blessed Mother,
Jim (The Rosary Man) Dacey Jr SFO
Today we pray the Joyful Mysteries
1. The Annunciation
2. The Visitation
3. The Birth of Jesus
4. The Presentation in The Temple
5. Finding of Jesus in the Temple
Sunday, May 1, 2011
Never Doubt His Divinity
Beads of Joy 05-01-11
Never Doubt His Divinity
©2011 James Dacey, Jr. SFO
Hello Everyone,
Welcome to Divine Mercy Sunday. God is so good to us giving us Jesus Christ, His only Son. And today we don't only celebrate His Divine Mercy, but the mere fact that His resurrection did indeed happened. It was through Thomas' doubt in His resurrection, that further solidifies this truth; that Jesus Christ indeed did rise from the dead. So instead of being disappointed in Thomas and is doubtfulness, we need to be grateful that his doubt is in scripture, clearly sharing with all of us the truth. We learn of the precious wounds and how Thomas came to the reality of seeing and believing in front of His eyes that Jesus Christ did rise from the dead. We can see by scripture that Thomas loved Jesus, but he had no backbone to stand by Him in complete trust and faith. Today let us look into our own lives and our own choices as to how we follow Jesus in this life. In my humble opinion, every single choice we make should based on this one question: How much closer to Jesus, does this choice bring me in my life?
Just like Jesus called the disciples to follow Him, He calls us. Just like Jesus gave the disciples the power of the Holy Spirit, He to gave us the same. See we are also asked like to disciples to disciple and lead others to Him. And this is a wonderful time to begin, if you haven't already. Let us live each day as true, devoted followers of the Risen Christ. Our boldness should be a very real and alive part of who we really are. You don't have to be a martyr to be bold, and you shouldn't have to fear that being bold will make you one. Jesus Christ defeated death, and He alone made that one weapon (killing) against us a blessing rather than a threat. So try to be bold, try more than you have have before. For if we die in Him, we will only be closer to Him. So knowing that even death don't separate us, but rather draws us closer to Him, we should have no fear.
Look at what Jesus said in verses 27-29 today, "Then he said to Thomas, "Put your finger here, and see my hands; and put out your hand, and place it in my side; do not be faithless, but believing." Thomas answered him, "My Lord and my God!" Jesus said to him, "Have you believed because you have seen me? Blessed are those who have not seen and yet believe." We have not seen. No one living for centuries has seen Him, yet so many billions through the centuries have believed. Stand strong knowing that the God of the universe has defeated death for all of us, and that Jesus is the true Son of God. His love for us is immeasurable. Cling to Him, letting go of everything else, never allowing anything or anyone else to ever come before Him.
Today is wonderful day to begin again. A new month has begun, it's Sunday, and today is Divine Mercy Sunday. Today let us begin a new, with many things: maybe stopping an old sinful habit, maybe starting a new Godly one, how about committing to daily prayer, or here's a fantastic idea; everyday at 3pm pray the Divine Mercy Chaplet. It doesn't take all that long.
"In a suffering soul we should see Jesus Crucified, and not a loafer or burden on the community. A soul who suffers with submission to the will of God draws down more blessings on the whole convent than all the working sisters. God often grants many and great graces out of regard for the souls who are suffering, and He withholds many punishments solely because of the suffering souls." (168) ~Diary, St. Maria Faustina Kowalska
"And the greater the sufferings, the more I see that I am becoming like Jesus. This is the surest way. If some other way were better, Jesus would have shown it to me. Sufferings in no way take away my peace. On the other hand, although I enjoy profound peace, that peace does not lessen my experience of suffering. Although my face is often bowed to the ground, and my tears flow profusely, at the same time my soul is filled with profound peace and happiness.." (1394) ~Diary, St. Maria Faustina Kowalska
It has been asked of me this very week: How can you go through so many challenges, so much suffering, so many tears, and still remain devoted to and faithful to God with such Joy and excitement, no matter what? Once you know Jesus, and you really love Him, nothing in this world, I do mean that; nothing in this world will ever separate you from that love. No matter what happens to you, your Joy and Love for Him will always remain alive and vibrant for Him.
"Jesus, I trust in You."
Your brother in Christ Jesus & His Most Blessed Mother,
Jim (The Rosary Man) Dacey Jr SFO
Today we pray the Glorious Mysteries
1. The Resurrection
2. The Ascension
3. The Descent of The Holy Spirit
4. The Assumption
5. The Coronation
Never Doubt His Divinity
©2011 James Dacey, Jr. SFO
Hello Everyone,
Welcome to Divine Mercy Sunday. God is so good to us giving us Jesus Christ, His only Son. And today we don't only celebrate His Divine Mercy, but the mere fact that His resurrection did indeed happened. It was through Thomas' doubt in His resurrection, that further solidifies this truth; that Jesus Christ indeed did rise from the dead. So instead of being disappointed in Thomas and is doubtfulness, we need to be grateful that his doubt is in scripture, clearly sharing with all of us the truth. We learn of the precious wounds and how Thomas came to the reality of seeing and believing in front of His eyes that Jesus Christ did rise from the dead. We can see by scripture that Thomas loved Jesus, but he had no backbone to stand by Him in complete trust and faith. Today let us look into our own lives and our own choices as to how we follow Jesus in this life. In my humble opinion, every single choice we make should based on this one question: How much closer to Jesus, does this choice bring me in my life?
Just like Jesus called the disciples to follow Him, He calls us. Just like Jesus gave the disciples the power of the Holy Spirit, He to gave us the same. See we are also asked like to disciples to disciple and lead others to Him. And this is a wonderful time to begin, if you haven't already. Let us live each day as true, devoted followers of the Risen Christ. Our boldness should be a very real and alive part of who we really are. You don't have to be a martyr to be bold, and you shouldn't have to fear that being bold will make you one. Jesus Christ defeated death, and He alone made that one weapon (killing) against us a blessing rather than a threat. So try to be bold, try more than you have have before. For if we die in Him, we will only be closer to Him. So knowing that even death don't separate us, but rather draws us closer to Him, we should have no fear.
Look at what Jesus said in verses 27-29 today, "Then he said to Thomas, "Put your finger here, and see my hands; and put out your hand, and place it in my side; do not be faithless, but believing." Thomas answered him, "My Lord and my God!" Jesus said to him, "Have you believed because you have seen me? Blessed are those who have not seen and yet believe." We have not seen. No one living for centuries has seen Him, yet so many billions through the centuries have believed. Stand strong knowing that the God of the universe has defeated death for all of us, and that Jesus is the true Son of God. His love for us is immeasurable. Cling to Him, letting go of everything else, never allowing anything or anyone else to ever come before Him.
Today is wonderful day to begin again. A new month has begun, it's Sunday, and today is Divine Mercy Sunday. Today let us begin a new, with many things: maybe stopping an old sinful habit, maybe starting a new Godly one, how about committing to daily prayer, or here's a fantastic idea; everyday at 3pm pray the Divine Mercy Chaplet. It doesn't take all that long.
"In a suffering soul we should see Jesus Crucified, and not a loafer or burden on the community. A soul who suffers with submission to the will of God draws down more blessings on the whole convent than all the working sisters. God often grants many and great graces out of regard for the souls who are suffering, and He withholds many punishments solely because of the suffering souls." (168) ~Diary, St. Maria Faustina Kowalska
"And the greater the sufferings, the more I see that I am becoming like Jesus. This is the surest way. If some other way were better, Jesus would have shown it to me. Sufferings in no way take away my peace. On the other hand, although I enjoy profound peace, that peace does not lessen my experience of suffering. Although my face is often bowed to the ground, and my tears flow profusely, at the same time my soul is filled with profound peace and happiness.." (1394) ~Diary, St. Maria Faustina Kowalska
It has been asked of me this very week: How can you go through so many challenges, so much suffering, so many tears, and still remain devoted to and faithful to God with such Joy and excitement, no matter what? Once you know Jesus, and you really love Him, nothing in this world, I do mean that; nothing in this world will ever separate you from that love. No matter what happens to you, your Joy and Love for Him will always remain alive and vibrant for Him.
"Jesus, I trust in You."
Your brother in Christ Jesus & His Most Blessed Mother,
Jim (The Rosary Man) Dacey Jr SFO
Today we pray the Glorious Mysteries
1. The Resurrection
2. The Ascension
3. The Descent of The Holy Spirit
4. The Assumption
5. The Coronation
Sunday, April 24, 2011
Returning To God's Service
Beads of Joy 04-24-11
Returning To God's Service
©2011 James Dacey, Jr. SFO
Hello Everyone,
Just want to say hello to everyone, and let you know that I am doing all I can to get back on track. The move is just about complete now, so I will be 100% back on track serving our Lord. I apologize for the delay and missed blog days. God has been so good to us, Chrissy's remission has brought all of us so much Joy, and the move has given us a renewed beginning, in a beautiful home and a wonderful welcoming community. I ask our Lord to continue using me, in whatever way He sees fit. I desire nothing in return, this is all for my love for Him.
Your brother in Christ Jesus & His Most Blessed Mother,
Jim (The Rosary Man) Dacey Jr SFO
Today we pray the Glorious Mysteries
1. The Resurrection
2. The Ascension
3. The Descent of The Holy Spirit
4. The Assumption
5. The Coronation
Returning To God's Service
©2011 James Dacey, Jr. SFO
Hello Everyone,
Just want to say hello to everyone, and let you know that I am doing all I can to get back on track. The move is just about complete now, so I will be 100% back on track serving our Lord. I apologize for the delay and missed blog days. God has been so good to us, Chrissy's remission has brought all of us so much Joy, and the move has given us a renewed beginning, in a beautiful home and a wonderful welcoming community. I ask our Lord to continue using me, in whatever way He sees fit. I desire nothing in return, this is all for my love for Him.
Your brother in Christ Jesus & His Most Blessed Mother,
Jim (The Rosary Man) Dacey Jr SFO
Today we pray the Glorious Mysteries
1. The Resurrection
2. The Ascension
3. The Descent of The Holy Spirit
4. The Assumption
5. The Coronation
Saturday, April 16, 2011
Miracles That Really Happen
Beads of Joy 04-16-11
Miracles That Really Happen
©2011 James Dacey, Jr. SFO
Hello Everyone,
Let's back this story up to last month (March) and reflect on a reflection I had, that I couldn't understand, but still accepted and embraced. For starters I think it could go without saying, both Chrissy and I have never ever once lost our faith, nor did we ever blame God or even get mad at Him. On the contrary, for the past year (exactly 12 months), we have embraced this ugly thing called cancer and thanked God for the blessings hidden inside it. Chrissy even embraced the thought that it just might take her life. We have been battling this day in and day out; I guess that goes without say, I pretty much keep our lives and these events out in the open for all to see. The "JOY" we seriously have for Jesus and His Most Blessed Precious Mother have been the strength that have kept us strong. We know so many people who asked us, "Why aren't you angry with God?" It's so simple, you see in all things that are God's will, in the end, no matter if they are "good or bad" with how we perceive it; God will get all the glory and praise, the only problem is most people can't weather the storm.
It was back in March in the midst of my own personal prayer time that I got this overwhelming inner peace (I always have that peace). But this time it was different, it focused on April. Now I already knew we were moving, I knew there would be great changes ahead; but I also know that we were still under crazy difficult, harsh stress that just never stopped. In the midst of those thoughts in prayer I just knew April was going to be our "Miracle Month". The moving part was wonderful and uplifting and exciting, but there is no miracle in that. At least not simply in the move itself. But I told everyone, over and over again what April was going to be, before April ever began. Let me be clear, God never spoke to me, I never got a memo from Him, He don't send me private emails, LOL. I simple felt His peace in my heart and that peace focused on the upcoming days of April. I honestly knew there would be miracles, but never thought it to be to this magnitude. But there is so much more to this story of trust and miracles for us in April. You will see, just stay with me and read more. :)))
Now as the month began we knew there were many unresolved health issues on the table; the possibilities of cancer in Chrissy's thyroids, damage to Chrissy's liver due to all the medication this past year, and we still weren't 100% certain with Travis, as far of the doctor giving him a clean bill of health. And we also knew that in April, the C.A.T. scan was going to determine the chemo to come for Chrissy and what the next step was going to be for her. We never ever doubted God's greatness and ability to heal Chrissy; the difference was that we were right in the midst of the storm, day in and day out. So many tears have been shed throughout all this. At the beginning of all this Chrissy and I didn't have a wonderful relationship, we have been in choppy waters between us for many years; but when we were faced with this challenge, we both put down our weapons, joined the same team together and began to fight against this horrible disease, as a team, a couple and a family. Which is truly one of the best ways to gain strength, sticking together and working together.
I seriously believe that all the negative we are faced with in life, is our chance to deepen our faith; which helps bring us closer to our Lord. God uses everything we are dealt with to His glory, we just really need to be patient and never ever give up our trusting in Him. No matter how dark the road ahead looks, know that at the end of that road, God is there with open arms waiting for you. I also feel that if you have been chosen to suffer, and the cross that has been given to you is huge and the weight is immense; and you still take it with love and you embrace it, God will bless you for your faith and trust in Him. See April has been filled with so much joy and so many miracles. First Chrissy's thyroid didn't have any cancer, then Travis got a clean bill of health from his doctor. Then the house we found was a mini replica of our other home in PA, giving a "welcome home" feeling. Then the ultimate of all ultimate miracles happened Chrissy's cancer hasn't grown or done anything during these past four months of her fungal situation. So after the C.A.T. scan was done the doctor told her, no more chemo, no more appointments, no more nothing. So he wants to see her in three months for a check up. Time to celebrate !!! And the month still isn't even over yet.
Your brother in Christ Jesus & His Most Blessed Mother,
Jim (The Rosary Man) Dacey Jr SFO
Today we pray the Joyful Mysteries
1. The Annunciation
2. The Visitation
3. The Birth of Jesus
4. The Presentation in The Temple
5. Finding of Jesus in the Temple
Miracles That Really Happen
©2011 James Dacey, Jr. SFO
Hello Everyone,
Let's back this story up to last month (March) and reflect on a reflection I had, that I couldn't understand, but still accepted and embraced. For starters I think it could go without saying, both Chrissy and I have never ever once lost our faith, nor did we ever blame God or even get mad at Him. On the contrary, for the past year (exactly 12 months), we have embraced this ugly thing called cancer and thanked God for the blessings hidden inside it. Chrissy even embraced the thought that it just might take her life. We have been battling this day in and day out; I guess that goes without say, I pretty much keep our lives and these events out in the open for all to see. The "JOY" we seriously have for Jesus and His Most Blessed Precious Mother have been the strength that have kept us strong. We know so many people who asked us, "Why aren't you angry with God?" It's so simple, you see in all things that are God's will, in the end, no matter if they are "good or bad" with how we perceive it; God will get all the glory and praise, the only problem is most people can't weather the storm.
It was back in March in the midst of my own personal prayer time that I got this overwhelming inner peace (I always have that peace). But this time it was different, it focused on April. Now I already knew we were moving, I knew there would be great changes ahead; but I also know that we were still under crazy difficult, harsh stress that just never stopped. In the midst of those thoughts in prayer I just knew April was going to be our "Miracle Month". The moving part was wonderful and uplifting and exciting, but there is no miracle in that. At least not simply in the move itself. But I told everyone, over and over again what April was going to be, before April ever began. Let me be clear, God never spoke to me, I never got a memo from Him, He don't send me private emails, LOL. I simple felt His peace in my heart and that peace focused on the upcoming days of April. I honestly knew there would be miracles, but never thought it to be to this magnitude. But there is so much more to this story of trust and miracles for us in April. You will see, just stay with me and read more. :)))
Now as the month began we knew there were many unresolved health issues on the table; the possibilities of cancer in Chrissy's thyroids, damage to Chrissy's liver due to all the medication this past year, and we still weren't 100% certain with Travis, as far of the doctor giving him a clean bill of health. And we also knew that in April, the C.A.T. scan was going to determine the chemo to come for Chrissy and what the next step was going to be for her. We never ever doubted God's greatness and ability to heal Chrissy; the difference was that we were right in the midst of the storm, day in and day out. So many tears have been shed throughout all this. At the beginning of all this Chrissy and I didn't have a wonderful relationship, we have been in choppy waters between us for many years; but when we were faced with this challenge, we both put down our weapons, joined the same team together and began to fight against this horrible disease, as a team, a couple and a family. Which is truly one of the best ways to gain strength, sticking together and working together.
I seriously believe that all the negative we are faced with in life, is our chance to deepen our faith; which helps bring us closer to our Lord. God uses everything we are dealt with to His glory, we just really need to be patient and never ever give up our trusting in Him. No matter how dark the road ahead looks, know that at the end of that road, God is there with open arms waiting for you. I also feel that if you have been chosen to suffer, and the cross that has been given to you is huge and the weight is immense; and you still take it with love and you embrace it, God will bless you for your faith and trust in Him. See April has been filled with so much joy and so many miracles. First Chrissy's thyroid didn't have any cancer, then Travis got a clean bill of health from his doctor. Then the house we found was a mini replica of our other home in PA, giving a "welcome home" feeling. Then the ultimate of all ultimate miracles happened Chrissy's cancer hasn't grown or done anything during these past four months of her fungal situation. So after the C.A.T. scan was done the doctor told her, no more chemo, no more appointments, no more nothing. So he wants to see her in three months for a check up. Time to celebrate !!! And the month still isn't even over yet.
Your brother in Christ Jesus & His Most Blessed Mother,
Jim (The Rosary Man) Dacey Jr SFO
Today we pray the Joyful Mysteries
1. The Annunciation
2. The Visitation
3. The Birth of Jesus
4. The Presentation in The Temple
5. Finding of Jesus in the Temple
Monday, April 11, 2011
Please Bare With Me
Hello Everybody
Just having some challenges with my wireless service. Hope to have it resolved in a couple days, then all Lenten Seasons blog will continue.. Thank you so much for your patience..
In Christ,
Jimmy (The Rosary Man) Dacey Jr SFO
Just having some challenges with my wireless service. Hope to have it resolved in a couple days, then all Lenten Seasons blog will continue.. Thank you so much for your patience..
In Christ,
Jimmy (The Rosary Man) Dacey Jr SFO
Friday, April 8, 2011
Jesus Is - The Messiah
Beads of Joy 04-08-11
Jesus Is - The Messiah
©2011 James Dacey, Jr. SFO
Hello Everyone,
I'd like to start of with a quote,“Our Lord had the power to lay down his life and to take it up again. But we cannot choose how long we shall live, and death comes to us even against our will. Christ, by dying, has already overcome death. Our freedom from death comes only through his death. To save us Christ had no need of us. Yet without him we can do nothing. He gave himself to us as the vine to the branches; apart from him we cannot live.” Saint Augustine of Hippo. Everything Jesus did, He did in God's name. Jesus boldly told us who He was, and He also boldly told us he'd die for us. There was never a misunderstanding or middle ground as to who Jesus was and what His purpose was. Jesus was very clear and direct and to the point with all that. Let us also be bold in our love for Him, our allegiance to Him and devotion to Him. Never let anyone sway you away from that.
Today's Gospel: John 7:1-2,10,25-30 (Is Jesus The Messiah?)
"After this Jesus went about in Galilee; he would not go about in Judea, because the Jews sought to kill him. Now the Jews' feast of Tabernacles was at hand. But after his brothers had gone up to the feast, then he also went up, not publicly but in private. Some of the people of Jerusalem therefore said, "Is not this the man whom they seek to kill? And here he is, speaking openly, and they say nothing to him! Can it be that the authorities really know that this is the Christ? Yet we know where this man comes from; and when the Christ appears, no one will know where he comes from." So Jesus proclaimed, as he taught in the temple, "You know me, and you know where I come from? But I have not come of my own accord; he who sent me is true, and him you do not know. I know him, for I come from him, and he sent me." So they sought to arrest him; but no one laid hands on him, because his hour had not yet come."
Questions To Ponder Today:
-Why would you ever consider not doing God's will?
-Do you question who Jesus is, not convinced yet?
-What was the question they asked of doubt, or jealousy?
-Who is Jesus really to you? Finish this: Jesus Is.....
(Stop questioning who Jesus is today, and starting
today, pray your Divine Mercy Chaplet everyday.)
JESUS, I TRUST IN YOU..
Your brother in Christ Jesus & His Most Blessed Mother,
Jim (The Rosary Man) Dacey Jr SFO
Today we pray the Sorrowful Mysteries
1. Agony in the Garden
2. The Scourging at the Pillar
3. Crowing with Thorns
4. Carrying of the Cross
5. The Crucifixion of Jesus
Jesus Is - The Messiah
©2011 James Dacey, Jr. SFO
Hello Everyone,
I'd like to start of with a quote,“Our Lord had the power to lay down his life and to take it up again. But we cannot choose how long we shall live, and death comes to us even against our will. Christ, by dying, has already overcome death. Our freedom from death comes only through his death. To save us Christ had no need of us. Yet without him we can do nothing. He gave himself to us as the vine to the branches; apart from him we cannot live.” Saint Augustine of Hippo. Everything Jesus did, He did in God's name. Jesus boldly told us who He was, and He also boldly told us he'd die for us. There was never a misunderstanding or middle ground as to who Jesus was and what His purpose was. Jesus was very clear and direct and to the point with all that. Let us also be bold in our love for Him, our allegiance to Him and devotion to Him. Never let anyone sway you away from that.
Today's Gospel: John 7:1-2,10,25-30 (Is Jesus The Messiah?)
"After this Jesus went about in Galilee; he would not go about in Judea, because the Jews sought to kill him. Now the Jews' feast of Tabernacles was at hand. But after his brothers had gone up to the feast, then he also went up, not publicly but in private. Some of the people of Jerusalem therefore said, "Is not this the man whom they seek to kill? And here he is, speaking openly, and they say nothing to him! Can it be that the authorities really know that this is the Christ? Yet we know where this man comes from; and when the Christ appears, no one will know where he comes from." So Jesus proclaimed, as he taught in the temple, "You know me, and you know where I come from? But I have not come of my own accord; he who sent me is true, and him you do not know. I know him, for I come from him, and he sent me." So they sought to arrest him; but no one laid hands on him, because his hour had not yet come."
Questions To Ponder Today:
-Why would you ever consider not doing God's will?
-Do you question who Jesus is, not convinced yet?
-What was the question they asked of doubt, or jealousy?
-Who is Jesus really to you? Finish this: Jesus Is.....
(Stop questioning who Jesus is today, and starting
today, pray your Divine Mercy Chaplet everyday.)
JESUS, I TRUST IN YOU..
Your brother in Christ Jesus & His Most Blessed Mother,
Jim (The Rosary Man) Dacey Jr SFO
Today we pray the Sorrowful Mysteries
1. Agony in the Garden
2. The Scourging at the Pillar
3. Crowing with Thorns
4. Carrying of the Cross
5. The Crucifixion of Jesus
Thursday, April 7, 2011
Devout Love For God's Word
Beads of Joy 04-07-11
Devout Love For God's Word
©2011 James Dacey, Jr. SFO
Hello Everyone,
The Bible, the Bible, the Bible; God's word, scripture, the Good book, the Good News. So many names for such a blessed incredibly awesome book. This exciting book, along with my mission rosary beads are my life. I can't understand how anyone so deeply in love with Jesus would need anything else; as far as possessions to help excite and light their soul on fire.. I pray that everyone has a bible, every ones version preference is different and is fine, as long as it is an approved version and it helps you understand God's message. I collect bibles, not for personal use, but to give them away. It's great to be able to put our Lord's word into the hands of people who really want it. Our Lord leads my heart when I do give them away.
I had this quote emailed to me just recently. It didn't come with an author, but I thought it was appropriate for today's blog focus on the bible. "Did you know that when you carry “the Bible”, Satan has a headache, when you open it, he collapses, when he sees you reading it, he loses his strength, AND when you stand on the Word of God, Satan can't hurt you!" unknown author.
My Reflection: (last night's quotes)
"Take a very serious, very deliberate period of time each day; to read and meditate on God's blessed word."
"While reading His word, let us spend time reflecting; on the personal relationship we have with Him."
"God's word is exciting, it always brings a new burst of life to our day; so let's embrace our bibles."
"Stay focused on the things above; prayer and bible study are truly wonderful ways to stay 24/7 Jesus."
"Avoid TV unless it's EWTN, stop feeding our mind with pointless things; rather read your bible daily."
"Pondering Gods word through the bible; is a wonderful way each and everyday, to get closer to our Lord."
"The bible is the book of choice; there's no other book like it in the world, filled with eternal joy."
"Contemplating scripture every day, can be very exciting and fun; the Joy God's word shares is eternal."
"If there was one thing, aside from praying your Rosary that I'd recommend; I'd say, read your bible."
"The Bible (sometimes The Book, The Good Book, Word of God, or Scripture), from Greek (τα) βιβλια, (ta) biblia, "(the) books", plural of βιβλιον, biblion, "book", originally a diminutive of βιβλος, biblos, which in turn is derived from βυβλος—byblos, meaning "papyrus", from the ancient Phoenician city of Byblos which exported this writing material), is the classical name for the Hebrew Bible of Judaism or the combination of the Old Testament and New Testament of Christianity ("The Bible" therefore actually refers to at least two different Bibles). It is thus applied to sacred scriptures. Many Christian English speakers refer to the Christian Bible as "the good book". For many people, their Bible is the revealed word of God or an authoritative record of the relationship between God, the world, and humankind." Excerpt from the Mexican Missions
Today's Gospel: John 5:31-47 (Witness to Jesus)
"If I bear witness to myself, my testimony is not true; there is another who bears witness to me, and I know that the testimony which he bears to me is true. You sent to John, and he has borne witness to the truth. Not that the testimony which I receive is from man; but I say this that you may be saved. He was a burning and shining lamp, and you were willing to rejoice for a while in his light. But the testimony which I have is greater than that of John; for the works which the Father has granted me to accomplish, these very works which I am doing, bear me witness that the Father has sent me. And the Father who sent me has himself borne witness to me. His voice you have never heard, his form you have never seen; and you do not have his word abiding in you, for you do not believe him whom he has sent. You search the scriptures, because you think that in them you have eternal life; and it is they that bear witness to me; yet you refuse to come to me that you may have life. I do not receive glory from men. But I know that you have not the love of God within you. I have come in my Father's name, and you do not receive me; if another comes in his own name, him you will receive. How can you believe, who receive glory from one another and do not seek the glory that comes from the only God? Do not think that I shall accuse you to the Father; it is Moses who accuses you, on whom you set your hope. If you believed Moses, you would believe me, for he wrote of me. But if you do not believe his writings, how will you believe my words?"
Questions To Ponder Today:
-Do you really know how much Joy is found in God's word?
-Are you an eager student of God's word everyday?
-How connected to scripture, do you believe we should be?
-Is being familiar with scripture important to you? Why?
(Grab your bible, open it up and take a few minutes to
glance through the old and new testaments. Wow, isn't that
incredible how God's words are pressed between these pages.)
Your brother in Christ Jesus & His Most Blessed Mother,
Jim (The Rosary Man) Dacey Jr SFO
Today we pray the Luminous Mysteries
1. Baptism of Jesus
2. Wedding at Cana
3. Proclamation of the Kingdom
4. The Transfiguration
5. Institution of the Holy Eucharist
Devout Love For God's Word
©2011 James Dacey, Jr. SFO
Hello Everyone,
The Bible, the Bible, the Bible; God's word, scripture, the Good book, the Good News. So many names for such a blessed incredibly awesome book. This exciting book, along with my mission rosary beads are my life. I can't understand how anyone so deeply in love with Jesus would need anything else; as far as possessions to help excite and light their soul on fire.. I pray that everyone has a bible, every ones version preference is different and is fine, as long as it is an approved version and it helps you understand God's message. I collect bibles, not for personal use, but to give them away. It's great to be able to put our Lord's word into the hands of people who really want it. Our Lord leads my heart when I do give them away.
I had this quote emailed to me just recently. It didn't come with an author, but I thought it was appropriate for today's blog focus on the bible. "Did you know that when you carry “the Bible”, Satan has a headache, when you open it, he collapses, when he sees you reading it, he loses his strength, AND when you stand on the Word of God, Satan can't hurt you!" unknown author.
My Reflection: (last night's quotes)
"Take a very serious, very deliberate period of time each day; to read and meditate on God's blessed word."
"While reading His word, let us spend time reflecting; on the personal relationship we have with Him."
"God's word is exciting, it always brings a new burst of life to our day; so let's embrace our bibles."
"Stay focused on the things above; prayer and bible study are truly wonderful ways to stay 24/7 Jesus."
"Avoid TV unless it's EWTN, stop feeding our mind with pointless things; rather read your bible daily."
"Pondering Gods word through the bible; is a wonderful way each and everyday, to get closer to our Lord."
"The bible is the book of choice; there's no other book like it in the world, filled with eternal joy."
"Contemplating scripture every day, can be very exciting and fun; the Joy God's word shares is eternal."
"If there was one thing, aside from praying your Rosary that I'd recommend; I'd say, read your bible."
"The Bible (sometimes The Book, The Good Book, Word of God, or Scripture), from Greek (τα) βιβλια, (ta) biblia, "(the) books", plural of βιβλιον, biblion, "book", originally a diminutive of βιβλος, biblos, which in turn is derived from βυβλος—byblos, meaning "papyrus", from the ancient Phoenician city of Byblos which exported this writing material), is the classical name for the Hebrew Bible of Judaism or the combination of the Old Testament and New Testament of Christianity ("The Bible" therefore actually refers to at least two different Bibles). It is thus applied to sacred scriptures. Many Christian English speakers refer to the Christian Bible as "the good book". For many people, their Bible is the revealed word of God or an authoritative record of the relationship between God, the world, and humankind." Excerpt from the Mexican Missions
Today's Gospel: John 5:31-47 (Witness to Jesus)
"If I bear witness to myself, my testimony is not true; there is another who bears witness to me, and I know that the testimony which he bears to me is true. You sent to John, and he has borne witness to the truth. Not that the testimony which I receive is from man; but I say this that you may be saved. He was a burning and shining lamp, and you were willing to rejoice for a while in his light. But the testimony which I have is greater than that of John; for the works which the Father has granted me to accomplish, these very works which I am doing, bear me witness that the Father has sent me. And the Father who sent me has himself borne witness to me. His voice you have never heard, his form you have never seen; and you do not have his word abiding in you, for you do not believe him whom he has sent. You search the scriptures, because you think that in them you have eternal life; and it is they that bear witness to me; yet you refuse to come to me that you may have life. I do not receive glory from men. But I know that you have not the love of God within you. I have come in my Father's name, and you do not receive me; if another comes in his own name, him you will receive. How can you believe, who receive glory from one another and do not seek the glory that comes from the only God? Do not think that I shall accuse you to the Father; it is Moses who accuses you, on whom you set your hope. If you believed Moses, you would believe me, for he wrote of me. But if you do not believe his writings, how will you believe my words?"
Questions To Ponder Today:
-Do you really know how much Joy is found in God's word?
-Are you an eager student of God's word everyday?
-How connected to scripture, do you believe we should be?
-Is being familiar with scripture important to you? Why?
(Grab your bible, open it up and take a few minutes to
glance through the old and new testaments. Wow, isn't that
incredible how God's words are pressed between these pages.)
Your brother in Christ Jesus & His Most Blessed Mother,
Jim (The Rosary Man) Dacey Jr SFO
Today we pray the Luminous Mysteries
1. Baptism of Jesus
2. Wedding at Cana
3. Proclamation of the Kingdom
4. The Transfiguration
5. Institution of the Holy Eucharist
Wednesday, April 6, 2011
Abundant Life - In Jesus
Beads of Joy 04-06-11
Abundant Life - In Jesus
©2011 James Dacey, Jr. SFO
Hello Everyone,
The Abundant Life is something that we all want to live to some capacity, today let us look at some of the aspects of abundant life. "Abundant life refers to Christian teachings on prosperity and health for the total human being, including the body, mind, emotions, relationships, material needs, and eternal life. The Bible, the good news (Christianity), and salvation are essential elements of these teachings." wikipedi.org defines it that way. I think that is a pretty good definition. Here are nine aspects of this life.
>Minimize The Clutter: One very special quality to many living the abundant life find almost happens naturally. When you life is engulfed in our Lord, much of the "stuff" means nothing, so we tend to junk, give away and rid our lives of so much of it.
>Forgive Those of Their Wrong Doings: Anyone who speaks evil of you, badly about you, mistreats you or just even mean to you; needs to be forgiven by us. It's not going to be easy, but it is very possible. Pray every single time you are confronted with this.
>Accept Others Kindness and Charity: It's not always easy to accept things, but just like we are so blessed in giving, we are also very blessed in receiving. Allow God to lead your heart in thanksgiving for all you receive.
>Helping Out Others: This can be a wonderful Joy whenever it's possible. Sometimes others need a shoulder to lean on, an ear to listen; or a chance to listen to your take on a problem they are facing. Simply allow your faith and love for Jesus to help you, help others.
>Be Charitable: Step to the plate whenever possible. Sometimes people and families in need, feel funny asking for help, when they might not even have enough to put food on their table. If we find out someones challenges, let us be like Jesus and do whatever we can to help relieve the stress.
>Do Not Allow Jealousy: No matter who has what, or does what, or travels to wherever, or drives this or that, or lives in their or in that place. No matter what the details of whoever are, never allow jealousy to enter to your heart.
>Be Grateful In All Things: This aspect of living the abundant life is lived by many already; but it's a wonderful way of sharing your love of our Lord. Thanking Him for both the good and bad things also needs to be part of this wonderful aspects.
>Tithe Often: This is vital to keeping our parishes up and running. If money is an issue, give of your talents, and your time, maybe cleaning, or teaching, setting up for events, cleaning after, anything you can give is of such a blessing.
>Financial Honesty: Complete financial honesty, only live the life you can afford, staying in your means is responsible and honest. It keeps you better focused in your faith, when your actions and faith is alive in all you do.
Today's Gospel: John 5:17-30 (The Authority of The Son)
"But Jesus answered them, "My Father is working still, and I am working." This was why the Jews sought all the more to kill him, because he not only broke the Sabbath but also called God his Father, making himself equal with God. Jesus said to them, "Truly, truly, I say to you, the Son can do nothing of his own accord, but only what he sees the Father doing; for whatever he does, that the Son does likewise. For the Father loves the Son, and shows him all that he himself is doing; and greater works than these will he show him, that you may marvel. For as the Father raises the dead and gives them life, so also the Son gives life to whom he will. The Father judges no one, but has given all judgment to the Son, that all may honor the Son, even as they honor the Father. He who does not honor the Son does not honor the Father who sent him. Truly, truly, I say to you, he who hears my word and believes him who sent me, has eternal life; he does not come into judgment, but has passed from death to life. "Truly, truly, I say to you, the hour is coming, and now is, when the dead will hear the voice of the Son of God, and those who hear will live. For as the Father has life in himself, so he has granted the Son also to have life in himself, and has given him authority to execute judgment, because he is the Son of man. Do not marvel at this; for the hour is coming when all who are in the tombs will hear his voice and come forth, those who have done good, to the resurrection of life, and those who have done evil, to the resurrection of judgment. "I can do nothing on my own authority; as I hear, I judge; and my judgment is just, because I seek not my own will but the will of him who sent me."
Questions To Ponder Today:
-Who is the ultimate power and authority of the universe?
-How wonderful can your life being living like this?
-Do you find that these aspects of life are possible?
-Is there any difficult part of these thoughts?
(Attempt to incorporate these wonderful aspects
into your daily life. It will make you a better person.)
Your brother in Christ Jesus & His Most Blessed Mother,
Jim (The Rosary Man) Dacey Jr SFO
Today we pray the Glorious Mysteries
1. The Resurrection
2. The Ascension
3. The Descent of The Holy Spirit
4. The Assumption
5. The Coronation
Abundant Life - In Jesus
©2011 James Dacey, Jr. SFO
Hello Everyone,
The Abundant Life is something that we all want to live to some capacity, today let us look at some of the aspects of abundant life. "Abundant life refers to Christian teachings on prosperity and health for the total human being, including the body, mind, emotions, relationships, material needs, and eternal life. The Bible, the good news (Christianity), and salvation are essential elements of these teachings." wikipedi.org defines it that way. I think that is a pretty good definition. Here are nine aspects of this life.
>Minimize The Clutter: One very special quality to many living the abundant life find almost happens naturally. When you life is engulfed in our Lord, much of the "stuff" means nothing, so we tend to junk, give away and rid our lives of so much of it.
>Forgive Those of Their Wrong Doings: Anyone who speaks evil of you, badly about you, mistreats you or just even mean to you; needs to be forgiven by us. It's not going to be easy, but it is very possible. Pray every single time you are confronted with this.
>Accept Others Kindness and Charity: It's not always easy to accept things, but just like we are so blessed in giving, we are also very blessed in receiving. Allow God to lead your heart in thanksgiving for all you receive.
>Helping Out Others: This can be a wonderful Joy whenever it's possible. Sometimes others need a shoulder to lean on, an ear to listen; or a chance to listen to your take on a problem they are facing. Simply allow your faith and love for Jesus to help you, help others.
>Be Charitable: Step to the plate whenever possible. Sometimes people and families in need, feel funny asking for help, when they might not even have enough to put food on their table. If we find out someones challenges, let us be like Jesus and do whatever we can to help relieve the stress.
>Do Not Allow Jealousy: No matter who has what, or does what, or travels to wherever, or drives this or that, or lives in their or in that place. No matter what the details of whoever are, never allow jealousy to enter to your heart.
>Be Grateful In All Things: This aspect of living the abundant life is lived by many already; but it's a wonderful way of sharing your love of our Lord. Thanking Him for both the good and bad things also needs to be part of this wonderful aspects.
>Tithe Often: This is vital to keeping our parishes up and running. If money is an issue, give of your talents, and your time, maybe cleaning, or teaching, setting up for events, cleaning after, anything you can give is of such a blessing.
>Financial Honesty: Complete financial honesty, only live the life you can afford, staying in your means is responsible and honest. It keeps you better focused in your faith, when your actions and faith is alive in all you do.
Today's Gospel: John 5:17-30 (The Authority of The Son)
"But Jesus answered them, "My Father is working still, and I am working." This was why the Jews sought all the more to kill him, because he not only broke the Sabbath but also called God his Father, making himself equal with God. Jesus said to them, "Truly, truly, I say to you, the Son can do nothing of his own accord, but only what he sees the Father doing; for whatever he does, that the Son does likewise. For the Father loves the Son, and shows him all that he himself is doing; and greater works than these will he show him, that you may marvel. For as the Father raises the dead and gives them life, so also the Son gives life to whom he will. The Father judges no one, but has given all judgment to the Son, that all may honor the Son, even as they honor the Father. He who does not honor the Son does not honor the Father who sent him. Truly, truly, I say to you, he who hears my word and believes him who sent me, has eternal life; he does not come into judgment, but has passed from death to life. "Truly, truly, I say to you, the hour is coming, and now is, when the dead will hear the voice of the Son of God, and those who hear will live. For as the Father has life in himself, so he has granted the Son also to have life in himself, and has given him authority to execute judgment, because he is the Son of man. Do not marvel at this; for the hour is coming when all who are in the tombs will hear his voice and come forth, those who have done good, to the resurrection of life, and those who have done evil, to the resurrection of judgment. "I can do nothing on my own authority; as I hear, I judge; and my judgment is just, because I seek not my own will but the will of him who sent me."
Questions To Ponder Today:
-Who is the ultimate power and authority of the universe?
-How wonderful can your life being living like this?
-Do you find that these aspects of life are possible?
-Is there any difficult part of these thoughts?
(Attempt to incorporate these wonderful aspects
into your daily life. It will make you a better person.)
Your brother in Christ Jesus & His Most Blessed Mother,
Jim (The Rosary Man) Dacey Jr SFO
Today we pray the Glorious Mysteries
1. The Resurrection
2. The Ascension
3. The Descent of The Holy Spirit
4. The Assumption
5. The Coronation
Tuesday, April 5, 2011
Holiness - Free From Sin
Beads of Joy 04-05-11
Holiness - Free From Sin
©2011 James Dacey, Jr. SFO
Hello Everyone,
God wants us to be free, and He wants to heal us, this is why Jesus asked, "Do you want to be healed?" Some people like to be lazy and catered to. Let us be aggressive in following after Jesus, and doing all we can to not be lazy in stopping our sinfulness. Some people are always curious as to "How" can I try to keep sin out of my life? What must I do to make every attempt to stop sinning? It's not all that difficult, I'm saying that stopping sinning is not that difficult; but I am saying a couple of the ideas to lessen it in your life is actually easy. re are some ideas:
Awareness: You know yourself, and what your weaknesses are. You know when you are at most risk with falling into sin. Simple awareness should keep you on your toes at the atmosphere around you.
It's A Choice: We inevitably chose to sin. Not too often are you forced to sin, I know work issues sometimes make it impossible not to. But if that is true, you can address it at work and stop.
Cease & Desist: Just be strong once and for all and stop all the evil you clearly know that is in your life, the evil you so chose to do. It could be talking about others, saying things that aren't true, over-eating way too much, and so much more. We all know our own weaknesses.
Run: Yes you read that correctly, RUN. If you know a certain place, or certain people, or certain situations; literally walk you down the wide path of sin, and you know the end result is always a certain sin, RUN. Run away as fast as you possibly can, and never look back. In scripture Jesus spoke about following Him and what we are to do, "Jesus replied, “No one who puts a hand to the plow and looks back is fit for service in the kingdom of God.” Luke 9:62, that scripture fits in this situation perfectly with your flee from sin. No longer even glance back at that sin you detest and wish to get out of your life.
Build Walls: No these aren't real walls. These are protective walls, walls that separate you from the evil you are trying so hard to avoid. A wall can be, "Instead of going to that store or mall alone where you may go to that certain store or buy a magazine; from now on when you go, bring your kids, or a spouse or parent." This wall blocks you from doing or buying something you will regret later.
Today's Gospel: John 5:1-16 (The Healing at The Pool)
"After this there was a feast of the Jews, and Jesus went up to Jerusalem. Now there is in Jerusalem by the Sheep Gate a pool, in Hebrew called Bethesda, which has five porticoes. In these lay a multitude of invalids, blind, lame, paralyzed. One man was there, who had been ill for thirty-eight years. When Jesus saw him and knew that he had been lying there a long time, he said to him, "Do you want to be healed?" The sick man answered him, "Sir, I have no man to put me into the pool when the water is troubled, and while I am going another steps down before me." Jesus said to him, "Rise, take up your pallet, and walk." And at once the man was healed, and he took up his pallet and walked. Now that day was the Sabbath. So the Jews said to the man who was cured, "It is the Sabbath, it is not lawful for you to carry your pallet." But he answered them, "The man who healed me said to me, `Take up your pallet, and walk.'" They asked him, "Who is the man who said to you, `Take up your pallet, and walk'?" Now the man who had been healed did not know who it was, for Jesus had withdrawn, as there was a crowd in the place. Afterward, Jesus found him in the temple, and said to him, "See, you are well! Sin no more, that nothing worse befall you." The man went away and told the Jews that it was Jesus who had healed him. And this was why the Jews persecuted Jesus, because he did this on the Sabbath."
Questions To Ponder Today:
-Do you really know what sin is and how it offends God?
-How does the Holy Spirit within you feel when you sin?
-How often do you go to confession? Weekly? Monthly?
-What techniques of choice do you in preventing sin in your life?
(Today, offer to help out a good friend; ideas, yard cleaning
shopping, moving furniture, mowing lawn, whatever.)
Your brother in Christ Jesus & His Most Blessed Mother,
Jim (The Rosary Man) Dacey Jr SFO
Today we pray the Sorrowful Mysteries
1. Agony in the Garden
2. The Scourging at the Pillar
3. Crowing with Thorns
4. Carrying of the Cross
5. The Crucifixion of Jesus
Holiness - Free From Sin
©2011 James Dacey, Jr. SFO
Hello Everyone,
God wants us to be free, and He wants to heal us, this is why Jesus asked, "Do you want to be healed?" Some people like to be lazy and catered to. Let us be aggressive in following after Jesus, and doing all we can to not be lazy in stopping our sinfulness. Some people are always curious as to "How" can I try to keep sin out of my life? What must I do to make every attempt to stop sinning? It's not all that difficult, I'm saying that stopping sinning is not that difficult; but I am saying a couple of the ideas to lessen it in your life is actually easy. re are some ideas:
Awareness: You know yourself, and what your weaknesses are. You know when you are at most risk with falling into sin. Simple awareness should keep you on your toes at the atmosphere around you.
It's A Choice: We inevitably chose to sin. Not too often are you forced to sin, I know work issues sometimes make it impossible not to. But if that is true, you can address it at work and stop.
Cease & Desist: Just be strong once and for all and stop all the evil you clearly know that is in your life, the evil you so chose to do. It could be talking about others, saying things that aren't true, over-eating way too much, and so much more. We all know our own weaknesses.
Run: Yes you read that correctly, RUN. If you know a certain place, or certain people, or certain situations; literally walk you down the wide path of sin, and you know the end result is always a certain sin, RUN. Run away as fast as you possibly can, and never look back. In scripture Jesus spoke about following Him and what we are to do, "Jesus replied, “No one who puts a hand to the plow and looks back is fit for service in the kingdom of God.” Luke 9:62, that scripture fits in this situation perfectly with your flee from sin. No longer even glance back at that sin you detest and wish to get out of your life.
Build Walls: No these aren't real walls. These are protective walls, walls that separate you from the evil you are trying so hard to avoid. A wall can be, "Instead of going to that store or mall alone where you may go to that certain store or buy a magazine; from now on when you go, bring your kids, or a spouse or parent." This wall blocks you from doing or buying something you will regret later.
Today's Gospel: John 5:1-16 (The Healing at The Pool)
"After this there was a feast of the Jews, and Jesus went up to Jerusalem. Now there is in Jerusalem by the Sheep Gate a pool, in Hebrew called Bethesda, which has five porticoes. In these lay a multitude of invalids, blind, lame, paralyzed. One man was there, who had been ill for thirty-eight years. When Jesus saw him and knew that he had been lying there a long time, he said to him, "Do you want to be healed?" The sick man answered him, "Sir, I have no man to put me into the pool when the water is troubled, and while I am going another steps down before me." Jesus said to him, "Rise, take up your pallet, and walk." And at once the man was healed, and he took up his pallet and walked. Now that day was the Sabbath. So the Jews said to the man who was cured, "It is the Sabbath, it is not lawful for you to carry your pallet." But he answered them, "The man who healed me said to me, `Take up your pallet, and walk.'" They asked him, "Who is the man who said to you, `Take up your pallet, and walk'?" Now the man who had been healed did not know who it was, for Jesus had withdrawn, as there was a crowd in the place. Afterward, Jesus found him in the temple, and said to him, "See, you are well! Sin no more, that nothing worse befall you." The man went away and told the Jews that it was Jesus who had healed him. And this was why the Jews persecuted Jesus, because he did this on the Sabbath."
Questions To Ponder Today:
-Do you really know what sin is and how it offends God?
-How does the Holy Spirit within you feel when you sin?
-How often do you go to confession? Weekly? Monthly?
-What techniques of choice do you in preventing sin in your life?
(Today, offer to help out a good friend; ideas, yard cleaning
shopping, moving furniture, mowing lawn, whatever.)
Your brother in Christ Jesus & His Most Blessed Mother,
Jim (The Rosary Man) Dacey Jr SFO
Today we pray the Sorrowful Mysteries
1. Agony in the Garden
2. The Scourging at the Pillar
3. Crowing with Thorns
4. Carrying of the Cross
5. The Crucifixion of Jesus
Monday, April 4, 2011
In Faith - Surrender to God
Beads of Joy 04-04-11
In Faith - Surrender To God
©2011 James Dacey, Jr. SFO
Hello Everyone,
This incredible story, is all about the bold faith, of a man seeking out Jesus to heal his son. This high ranking officer had to travel some twenty miles to find Jesus, he was very determined. The buses and trains were out that day, so you can only imagine how long a trip that was. :))) This man didn't worry about his pride, and he most certain didn't care about the ridicule. Upon meeting with Jesus, Jesus knew this mans sincerity and faith; and by our Lord's grace, He sent him home, to a son who was healed at the exact moment he asked Jesus. This mans actions showed all that he surrendered from everything to only seek out Jesus, nothing else mattered. How determined are we when we seek out Jesus? Do we go to whatever we need to to find Him and be with Him?
Do you have courage like this official? Don't be scared, rather be more scared if you should avoid Jesus now, to avoid ridicule now. You should instead not be concerned with the ridicule of these days, and you should be only focusing on the Joy and Glory of the days to come. Our life today is more about proper preparation for tomorrow, then it is actually about this very day. See because we don't know when we shall die, bad choices without repentance, could end in some serious results. Why would anyone risk that? Hell is a hot place, where God is forever out of your life; do not risk losing Heaven with Jesus.
Let us really consider fully surrendering to our Lord. I know many of you may think I am way over the top. But that's ok. I know I am, and I love it. At times I really wish I didn't have to sleep, so I can pray and work on helping others more. I dare you to be so loyal to Jesus, that all you think about around the clock is Jesus. Your life will never be the same if you seriously take on this challenge. Also time spent before the Blessed Sacrament is a wonderful to adore Him. Jesus, Jesus, Jesus, everything and all things Jesus.
Definition: Jesus Freak: The phrase originally was applied to those involved in the Jesus movement of the late 1960s and early 1970s, within the context of the freak scene of that era. However, some Christians now consider it a reclaimed word, as Christians, especially Christian youth, occasionally use it today as a positive term to let others know that they are not ashamed of their belief in Jesus.
I sometimes get called Jesus Freak, more so in the past. There is much more respect now from the regulars who know me well enough. I love the title. At least there isn't any question about what it is I share and live and breathe. The real question to the person asking that. If I am a Jesus Freak, what kind of a freak are you??
Today's Gospel: John 4:43-54 (Jesus Heals an Officials Son)
"After the two days he departed to Galilee. For Jesus himself testified that a prophet has no honor in his own country. So when he came to Galilee, the Galileans welcomed him, having seen all that he had done in Jerusalem at the feast, for they too had gone to the feast. So he came again to Cana in Galilee, where he had made the water wine. And at Capernaum there was an official whose son was ill. When he heard that Jesus had come from Judea to Galilee, he went and begged him to come down and heal his son, for he was at the point of death. Jesus therefore said to him, "Unless you see signs and wonders you will not believe." The official said to him, "Sir, come down before my child dies." Jesus said to him, "Go; your son will live." The man believed the word that Jesus spoke to him and went his way. As he was going down, his servants met him and told him that his son was living. So he asked them the hour when he began to mend, and they said to him, "Yesterday at the seventh hour the fever left him." The father knew that was the hour when Jesus had said to him, "Your son will live"; and he himself believed, and all his household. This was now the second sign that Jesus did when he had come from Judea to Galilee."
Questions To Ponder Today:
-Could you really truly fully surrender completely to Jesus?
-What stops you from completely surrendering to Him?
-Do you realize the benefits of completely surrendering?
-Are you clinging to something that will keep you from Jesus?
-Would you willing surrender your earthly desires for Jesus?
(Find out when your church or any other local church has,
Eucharistic Adoration. Spend time with Jesus.)
Try to make this a monthly commitment.
Your brother in Christ Jesus & His Most Blessed Mother,
Jim (The Rosary Man) Dacey Jr SFO
Today we pray the Joyful Mysteries
1. The Annunciation
2. The Visitation
3. The Birth of Jesus
4. The Presentation in The Temple
5. Finding of Jesus in the Temple
In Faith - Surrender To God
©2011 James Dacey, Jr. SFO
Hello Everyone,
This incredible story, is all about the bold faith, of a man seeking out Jesus to heal his son. This high ranking officer had to travel some twenty miles to find Jesus, he was very determined. The buses and trains were out that day, so you can only imagine how long a trip that was. :))) This man didn't worry about his pride, and he most certain didn't care about the ridicule. Upon meeting with Jesus, Jesus knew this mans sincerity and faith; and by our Lord's grace, He sent him home, to a son who was healed at the exact moment he asked Jesus. This mans actions showed all that he surrendered from everything to only seek out Jesus, nothing else mattered. How determined are we when we seek out Jesus? Do we go to whatever we need to to find Him and be with Him?
Do you have courage like this official? Don't be scared, rather be more scared if you should avoid Jesus now, to avoid ridicule now. You should instead not be concerned with the ridicule of these days, and you should be only focusing on the Joy and Glory of the days to come. Our life today is more about proper preparation for tomorrow, then it is actually about this very day. See because we don't know when we shall die, bad choices without repentance, could end in some serious results. Why would anyone risk that? Hell is a hot place, where God is forever out of your life; do not risk losing Heaven with Jesus.
Let us really consider fully surrendering to our Lord. I know many of you may think I am way over the top. But that's ok. I know I am, and I love it. At times I really wish I didn't have to sleep, so I can pray and work on helping others more. I dare you to be so loyal to Jesus, that all you think about around the clock is Jesus. Your life will never be the same if you seriously take on this challenge. Also time spent before the Blessed Sacrament is a wonderful to adore Him. Jesus, Jesus, Jesus, everything and all things Jesus.
Definition: Jesus Freak: The phrase originally was applied to those involved in the Jesus movement of the late 1960s and early 1970s, within the context of the freak scene of that era. However, some Christians now consider it a reclaimed word, as Christians, especially Christian youth, occasionally use it today as a positive term to let others know that they are not ashamed of their belief in Jesus.
I sometimes get called Jesus Freak, more so in the past. There is much more respect now from the regulars who know me well enough. I love the title. At least there isn't any question about what it is I share and live and breathe. The real question to the person asking that. If I am a Jesus Freak, what kind of a freak are you??
Today's Gospel: John 4:43-54 (Jesus Heals an Officials Son)
"After the two days he departed to Galilee. For Jesus himself testified that a prophet has no honor in his own country. So when he came to Galilee, the Galileans welcomed him, having seen all that he had done in Jerusalem at the feast, for they too had gone to the feast. So he came again to Cana in Galilee, where he had made the water wine. And at Capernaum there was an official whose son was ill. When he heard that Jesus had come from Judea to Galilee, he went and begged him to come down and heal his son, for he was at the point of death. Jesus therefore said to him, "Unless you see signs and wonders you will not believe." The official said to him, "Sir, come down before my child dies." Jesus said to him, "Go; your son will live." The man believed the word that Jesus spoke to him and went his way. As he was going down, his servants met him and told him that his son was living. So he asked them the hour when he began to mend, and they said to him, "Yesterday at the seventh hour the fever left him." The father knew that was the hour when Jesus had said to him, "Your son will live"; and he himself believed, and all his household. This was now the second sign that Jesus did when he had come from Judea to Galilee."
Questions To Ponder Today:
-Could you really truly fully surrender completely to Jesus?
-What stops you from completely surrendering to Him?
-Do you realize the benefits of completely surrendering?
-Are you clinging to something that will keep you from Jesus?
-Would you willing surrender your earthly desires for Jesus?
(Find out when your church or any other local church has,
Eucharistic Adoration. Spend time with Jesus.)
Try to make this a monthly commitment.
Your brother in Christ Jesus & His Most Blessed Mother,
Jim (The Rosary Man) Dacey Jr SFO
Today we pray the Joyful Mysteries
1. The Annunciation
2. The Visitation
3. The Birth of Jesus
4. The Presentation in The Temple
5. Finding of Jesus in the Temple
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