Theme: Humility
“And he did not humble himself before the lord, as Manasses his father had humbled himself, but committed far greater sin.”
Reflection for Today
Pause with 2 Chronicles 33:23. Hear these words again: “And he did not humble himself before the lord, as Manasses his father had humbled himself, but committed far greater sin.”
2 Chronicles is part of the long story of salvation. Catholics receive it as inspired Scripture, a word that prepares the heart for Christ and still nourishes the Church. Scripture rarely flatters us. It loves us enough to tell the truth, and then it stays with us while we learn to live that truth.
As you hold this verse, do not force a dramatic feeling. Ask only for faithfulness. If possible, bring this line to Mass or to a brief visit before the Blessed Sacrament. Let Christ finish in silence what the verse began in your thoughts.
Prayer
Holy Trinity, I receive today's verse with the Church. Keep 2 Chronicles 33:23 close to me. Let “And he did not humble himself before the lord, as Manasses his father had humbled…” guard my thoughts from morning until night, and let my life quietly agree with Your word. Amen.
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