The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)

Day 334: How Jesus Prayed (2024)

Nov 29, 2024

Dive into the profound nature of prayer as illustrated by Jesus. Discover how He learned from His mother and engaged in dialogue with the Father. Uncover the significance of solitude and thanksgiving in His prayer practice. Reflect on His heartfelt cries, connecting human suffering to divine response. This exploration encourages a deeper relationship with God, where all thoughts and needs are laid bare, inviting hope and fulfillment in the divine promise.

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Jesus' frequent withdrawal into solitude for prayer exemplifies the necessity of establishing intimate moments with God for reflection and guidance.

Through his final words on the cross, Jesus demonstrated that prayer is both an expression of deep trust and a profound act of self-giving to the Father.

Deep dives

Understanding Jesus' Prayer as a Model

The essence of prayer is profoundly illustrated through Jesus, who learned to pray as a human while embracing his divine sonship. This prayer is not merely an exercise in communication with the Father but represents a deep relational aspect characterized by trust and adherence to God's will. Throughout his life, Jesus demonstrated petitionary prayer, particularly during pivotal moments of his mission, such as before choosing his apostles or facing his passion. Observing Jesus' approach shows that prayer is not only essential for guidance but is also a source of strength and clarity in fulfilling one's mission.

Intro

4min

The Depth of Prayer: Insights from the Life of Jesus Christ

10min

Understanding the Depth of Jesus's Prayer Life

6min

We look at how Jesus prays in this section of the Catechism. It is revealed how Jesus learned to pray, the frequency of his prayers, and where he prayed. Jesus brought his needs to the Father including his last words and final “loud cry”. Through his example of filial prayer, we are able to pray to the Father as sons and daughters. We can ask him for anything as all of our thoughts, desires, troubles, fears, and needs are already with the Lord. “The Father accepts them and, beyond all hope, answers them by raising his Son.” Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 2598-2606.

This episode has been found to be in conformity with the Catechism by the Institute on the Catechism, under the Subcommittee on the Catechism, USCCB.

For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/ciy

Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

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