1ST READING
It
is important for us to understand the meaning of Christian hope. Hope,
from a Christian point of view, has nothing to do with wishful thinking,
but the things in which Christian hope have already been established as
“ours” through the Passion, Death and Resurrection of Jesus. For
example, when we hope in our salvation, we know that it has already been
achieved by Christ, and all that remains is for us to take hold of it.
Romans 8:18-25
18 Brothers
and sisters: I consider that the sufferings of this present time are as
nothing compared with the glory to be revealed for us. 19 For creation awaits with eager expectation the revelation of the children of God; 20 for creation was made subject to futility, not of its own accord but because of the one who subjected it, in hope 21 that creation itself would be set free from slavery to corruption and share
in the glorious freedom of the children of God. 22 We know that all creation is groaning in labor pains even until now; 23 and not only that, but we ourselves, who have the first fruits of the Spirit, we also groan within ourselves as we wait for adoption, the redemption of our bodies. 24 For in hope we were saved. Now hope that sees for itself is not hope. For who hopes for what one sees? 25 But if we hope for what we do not see, we wait with
endurance.
P S A L M
Psalm 126:1-2, 2-3, 4-5, 6
R: The Lord has done marvels for us.
1 When the Lord brought back the captives of Zion, we were like men dreaming. 2 Then our mouth was filled with laughter, and our tongue with rejoicing. (R) Then they said among the nations, “The Lord has done great things for them.” 3 The Lord has done great things for us; we are glad indeed. (R) 4 Restore our fortunes, O Lord, like the torrents in the southern desert. 5 Those that sow in tears shall reap rejoicing. (R) 6 Although they go forth weeping, carrying the seed to be sown, they shall come back rejoicing, carrying their sheaves. (R)
GOSPEL
The
Kingdom of God is already established, yet it is also a reality that
grows within each and every Christian. Here we encounter that wonderful
mystery of the “now and not yet” reality of our Christian lives. We live
our faith journeys betwixt and between, so to speak. We are moving
towards eternal life, already having begun to share in it, experiencing
its wonders and joys.
GOSPEL ACCLAMATION
Blessed are you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth; you have revealed to little ones the mysteries of the Kingdom.
Luke 13:18-21
18 Jesus said, “What is the Kingdom of God like? To what can I compare it? 19 It
is like a mustard seed that a man took and planted in the garden. When
it was fully grown, it became a large bush and the birds of the sky
dwelt in its branches.” 20 Again he said, “To what shall I compare the Kingdom of God? 21 It is like yeast that a woman took and mixed in with three measures of wheat flour until the whole batch of dough was leavened.”
think: The Kingdom of God is already established, yet it is also a reality that grows within each and every Christians.
T O D A Y’S BLESSING LIST
Thank You Lord for: __________________
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God’s special verse/thought for me today_
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READ THE BIBLE IN ONE YEAR Job 22-25
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