🌅 Daily Reflection & Prayer
📅 November 27, 2025
🙏 Thursday of the 34th Week in Ordinary Time
✝️ READINGS OF THE DAY
📖 1st Reading: Daniel 6:12–28
Daniel is thrown into the lions’ den for remaining faithful to God. Yet God sends His angel to shut the lions’ mouths. King Darius then proclaims the greatness of the God of Israel, the One who saves and delivers.
📖 Responsorial Psalm: Daniel 3:68–74
R: “Give glory and eternal praise to Him.”
All creation is called to bless and praise the Lord who rules over all.
📖 Gospel: Luke 21:20–28
Jesus speaks about difficult times: distress, confusion, and fear. Yet He reminds His disciples:
“When these things begin to happen, stand erect and raise your heads because your redemption is at hand.”
🌟 VERSE OF THE DAY
“Stand erect and raise your heads because your redemption is at hand.” — Luke 21:28
🕊️ REFLECTION
The readings today remind us of courage in the face of trials.
Daniel remained faithful even when his life was at risk. He didn’t compromise his prayer life, even when threatened. God defended him—not because his situation was easy, but because his trust in God was unshaken.
In the Gospel, Jesus speaks of frightening events, but instead of panic, He calls His followers to stand firm, keep their heads raised, and trust.
This is not denial of hardships—it is faith stronger than fear.
Today, we are reminded:
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When storms hit, keep praying.
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When uncertainty surrounds you, lift your head to the Lord.
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When life feels overwhelming, remember: God still saves, protects, delivers, and redeems.
Just like Daniel, we are not asked to fight lions on our own.
God sends His angels. God shuts the mouths of the dangers around us. God remains our refuge—the same yesterday, today, and forever.
And when the world seems to break apart, Jesus reminds us:
“Your redemption is near.”
Meaning: God is not far. He is arriving. He is acting. He is intervening.
So today, stand firm.
Let faith be your courage.
Let hope be your shield.
Let love be your strength.
🙏 MORNING PRAYER
Heavenly Father,
Thank You for the gift of this new day. As we rise, we lift our heads to You, trusting Your promise that redemption is near. Strengthen our hearts when fear tries to overwhelm us. Give us the courage of Daniel, who remained faithful even in danger.
Bless our families, friends, and all who seek You this morning.
Heal those who are sick, comfort the brokenhearted, and lift the weary.
Have mercy on those struggling with sin, doubt, anxiety, or loneliness.
We pray for all victims of calamities in the Philippines, especially those still recovering—from past storms, floods, and earthquakes. Protect our country from further danger. Surround every community with Your guiding angels.
Bless this nation with true transformation—heal our land, cleanse our leadership, and raise hearts that seek truth, justice, and peace.
May today be filled with Your wisdom, protection, and love.
Walk with us, guide us, and keep us safe from all harm.
We entrust this day to You.
Amen.
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