The Rosary in a Year (with Fr. Mark-Mary Ames) Day 199: What the Garden Reveals
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Jul 18, 2025 Dive into the Agony in the Garden where powerful insights on sin and obedience unfold. The connection to the prodigal son highlights the struggle for independence against divine love. Jesus showcases unwavering dialogue with the Father amidst suffering. Listeners are reminded of the redemptive call back to grace, even when feeling lost. A collective prayer experience reinforces gratitude and community, offering a blessing to encourage ongoing spiritual connection.
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Nature of Sin Revealed
- Sin is using God's gifts for oneself and breaking relationship with Him, like the prodigal son demanding his inheritance but rejecting the father.
- Jesus contrasts this by staying obedient and in relationship, valuing sonship over possessions.
Rappelling Guide Analogy
- A brother rappelling in the desert was afraid and focused on dangers, but a guide told him to focus on the one he trusted.
- Jesus in the garden similarly keeps his focus on the Father to receive courage in fear.
Focus on the Father for Courage
- Jesus' obedience in the garden is an example to keep our attention on the Father during suffering to receive courage.
- Trusting Jesus and the Father's will offers hope and strength amidst trials.
