The Word: "... And as Moses lifted up the serpent in the wilderness, so must the Son of man be lifted up, that whoever believes in him may have eternal life." (John 3:15)
Mystery of the day: Sorrowful
Table of the Word: I R.: Acts 4:32-37
Resp. Psalm: Psalm 93:1abc.1c-2.5 (R. 1a)
Verse before the Gospel: John 3:14-15
Gospel: John 3:7-15
Inspiration: "Glory to God in the highest" angels sing as God has shown greater love upon man by sending His only begotten Son as a ransom for reconciliation of humanity with Divinity. His unfathomable love and mercy has no bounds as it does not consider our inadequacies or weaknesses.
Taking cognizance of today's gospel pericope we come to terms with this obvious fact that no matter our shortcomings we cannot be left alone along the path but will peacefully lead to that promised home through eternal life in Jesus.
Evangelist John in today's gospel reminded us of this when Christ said: "... And as Moses lifted up the serpent in the wilderness, so must the Son of man be lifted up, that whoever believes in him may have eternal life." (John 3:15) This becomes the summary of the solemn paschal mysteries which we have just concluded, that gave birth to a new meaning concerning our physical death. It is through Christ's resurrection that we assume a new reality about our earthly dwelling, reminding us that we are sojourners and after life here there lies another life beyond the grave for the believers.
Beloved in Christ Jesus, as we are celebrating the mysteries of the Lord’s Resurrection as Easter people, let us live out the gospel values in our thoughts, words and actions. As witnesses of this great event, let our relationship with one another be christ-like so that when we finally complete this earthly task we may behold the beatific vision, so as to see Jesus as He really is. Peace be with you!
Let us pray
Enable us, we pray, almighty God, to proclaim the power of the risen Lord, that we who have received the pledge of his gift, may come to possess all he gives when it is fully revealed. Through our Lord Jesus Christ Your Son who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit one God forever and ever. Amen
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