{"id":49726,"date":"2014-07-16T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2014-07-16T13:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.austincnm.com\/?p=49726"},"modified":"2014-07-16T02:10:12","modified_gmt":"2014-07-16T07:10:12","slug":"10-amazing-miracles-scripture-outside-jesus","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/atxcatholic.com\/index.php\/2014\/07\/10-amazing-miracles-scripture-outside-jesus\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Amazing Miracles of Scripture (Outside of Jesus)"},"content":{"rendered":"

Even though it was the Church that gave the world the canon for the scriptures, it\u2019s almost depressing to see how little most Catholics know the Bible. Recently, I\u2019ve been focusing many of my personal prayers\u00a0on the great power of God and reflecting upon the way the Lord is deeply involved with creation. The big miracles of scripture are often inspiration for these prayers and increase my wonder and awe in His mighty works.<\/p>\n

The Latin word for miracle (miraculum) means an object of wonder. These events defy human logic, the laws of science, and ultimately reveal God\u2019s magnificent wonder. Below is a list that focuses on some of the lesser known but equally great miracles of scripture. This is only my opinion and not an official list. Feel free to disagree with the order or worthiness of selected stories.<\/p>\n

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\"StPaulBitByViper\"10. The Poisonous Viper VS. St. Paul<\/b><\/h3>\n
Snake Jumps Out of the Campfire\u00a0Acts 28:3-6<\/a><\/address>\n

During a winter in Malta, St Paul is bit by a viper in the hand and everyone thought it was a sign he was a murderer.<\/p>\n

When the poison didn’t kill him or harm him, they were convinced he must be a god. Once he has their attention, St. Paul uses the opportunity to convert them to Christianity.<\/p>\n

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\"paul_eutychius\"9. A Young Man Falls Asleep and Dies in Mass<\/b><\/h3>\n
St. Paul Revives Eutychus\u00a0Acts 20:9-12<\/a><\/address>\n

St. Paul had a very long homily, and the young Eutychus was sitting on a window sill when he was overcome by sleep.<\/p>\n

He fell from the third story and was found dead, but St. Paul was able to bring him back to life.<\/p>\n

Surprisingly, Euthychus\u00a0then had enough energy to stay up talking all night. If you\u2019re dozing off at mass, remember to pay attention.<\/p>\n

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\"StPeterShadow\"8. Shadow of An Apostle Has the Power to Heal<\/b><\/h3>\n
Dozens Line the Streets in Hope of Healing Acts 5:15<\/a><\/address>\n

St. Peter is so filled with the spirit that the gifts and graces just pour out of him for the Church. This is a great point to consider when we venerate relics. The gifts from saints are always meant to be shared with everyone, and the physical encounter is sometimes the best vehicle for miracles.<\/p>\n

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\"talking-donkey\"7. God Uses a Donkey to Speak to Balaam<\/b><\/h3>\n
Donkey Questions Balaam’s Actions\u00a0Number 22:21-35<\/a><\/address>\n

An angel appears with sword drawn before Balaam, but only the donkey sees him first. The donkey rightly refuses to continue, and Balaam strikes him 3 times.<\/p>\n

The donkey asks why he is being beaten, and then Balaam is finally able to see the angel. This story shows us that God is able to use anyone as his messenger. If God is calling you to speak, don\u2019t hesitate your ability to be chosen. If even a donkey can do it, how much more does He care for you.<\/p>\n

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\"king_hezekiah__image_6_sjpg2227\"6. The Shadow of the Sun Move Backwards<\/b><\/h3>\n
God Reverses the Sun as Proof of His Word\u00a0Isaiah 38:8-22<\/a><\/address>\n

King Hezekiah is at the point of death. Isaiah brings a message that God has heard his prayer and will give him another 15 years if he submits to the Lord.<\/p>\n

He moves the sundial down 10 steps as a sign of his work of the miracle. The story doesn\u2019t specify if the sun moved or if it was just the shadow. Either way, God is capable of either, and His message was clear.<\/p>\n

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\"ElishasBoneReviveDead\"5. Dead Man Comes Back to Life from Relics<\/b><\/h3>\n
The bones of the Prophet Elisha Revive Dead\u00a02 Kings 13:15-21<\/a><\/address>\n

Before he dies, Elisha instructs the army how to defeat the Moabites. It happens as he said.<\/p>\n

When burying a dead man, he is accidentally dropped on Elisha’s bones, and he is brought<\/p>\n

back to life. This is another great example of the power of relics and the intercession of the Saints.<\/p>\n

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4. Ezekiel Raises an Army of Dry Bones<\/b><\/p>\n

The Word of God Brings Life to the dead\u00a0Ezekiel 37:1-14<\/a><\/address>\n

God wants to show Ezekiel the power of His word, so he asks the prophet to speak His word to the valley of the dry bones. The Spirit descends upon the bones and brings the army back to life.<\/p>\n

Many times, we take scripture for granted, and often think about anything but the stories when we hear them in Mass. This story reminds us that our dry bones are thirsty for His loving word.<\/p>\n