The Word: "So then, those who are men of faith are blessed with Abraham who had faith." (see Galatians 3:7-14)
Mystery of the day: Sorrowful
Celebration of the day: Ferial
Table of the Word: I R.: Galatians 3:7-14
Resp. Psalm: Psalm 111:1b-2.3-4.5-6 (R. 5b)
Verse before the Gospel: John 12:31-32
Gospel: Luke 11:15-26
Inspiration:
"... in you shall all the nations be blessed." So then, those who are men of faith are blessed with Abraham who had faith. For all who rely on works of the law are under a curse; for it is written, "Cursed be every one who does not abide by all things written in the book of the law, and do them." (see Galatians 3:7-14)
Beloved in Christ Jesus, in our reflection this morning the good Lord who always whispers words of comfort, encouragement and solace to our wailing souls directs us to reflect on "Faith over Law" this morning.
Faith and law are two distinct concepts that have been intertwined throughout human history, often leading to confusion and conflict. In the biblical sense of it, the term Faith has to do with trust in God, while Law refers to detects and ordinances of the Divine which one is expected to uphold and amidst it trusting in God without doubt. But when one keeps the law and neglect this aspect of virtue "faith" then there is bound to be a question mark. What made Abraham the father of faith goes beyond his obedience ro God's command to leave his homeland to a foreign land (which is law), but his trust in God in the course of the journey thinking that no matter what, God is still handling the steering and that He will never miss the path is what we referred to as "faith."
However, in the light of our spiritual journey we are bound to be convinced of our believe in God, exhibit a sound personal relationship with a higher power or divine being with trust and loyalty as Abraham did.
Faith is seen to originates from personal conviction, while law originates from societal agreement. And the difference is that, Faith seeks spiritual growth, while law aims to maintain social order. In the sense of scope, faith is personal, while law is universal. Faith also relies on individual conscience, while law relies on external authority.
Dearest friends in Christ, let our day-to-day living experience expresses faith in God above the law, for not all who call: "Lord, Lord, will enter God's kingdom." Let our words continue to match with actions that in doing this we shall all be Christ-like in Abraham our father in faith; whom the Psalmist today joyfully acclaimed in his response: "The Lord keeps his covenant ever in mind." (Psalm 111:5b)
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Let us pray
Almighty and eternal God, You were, You are and You will continue to be who You are. Thank you for the winders of our being, grant we beseech the grace to live out our Christian's call in faith, while keeping Your detects and ordinances. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen
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