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August 5, 2024

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I Am A Follower Of Jesus (Isaiah 52:12; Mark 2:14)

The artist Caravaggio painted “The Call of Matthew” in Rome during the years that he lived there from 1592 to 1610 when he died at the age of 36. One of the great things about this painting is that it is in a church in Rome, San Luigi dei Francesi Church, which includes two other works by Caravaggio. His calling is from today’s reading in Mark. But the other two that reflect his inspiration and his martyrdom reveal that following our Lord always begins with leaving behind what you think gives you life because TRUE LIFE has been given to you in the person of Jesus. Then nothing else matters. Share how you were called to follow Jesus with someone today. Share how you experience life in His name every day. Share how your life in your church surrounds you with hope as these three paintings reveal for Matthew (Levi).

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Daily Texts for 08/05/2024

Old Testament Verse

The LORD will go before you, and the God of Israel will be your rear guard.
Isaiah 52:12

New Testament Verse

As Jesus was walking along, he saw Levi son of Alphaeus sitting at the tax-collection station, and he said to him, "Follow me." And he got up and followed him.
Mark 2:14

Prayer

Loving Father, how many seemingly insignificant moments and decisions have been doorways to unexpected treasures! I thank and praise you for this odd and wondrous gift of life with all its surprises. It is so beyond what I would have asked or thought on my own. Amazing! Amen.

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