Mystery of the day: Glorious
Celebration: Ferial
Liturgical Colour: Green
Table of the Word
First Reading: Genesis 41:55–57; 42:5–7a, 17–24a
Gospel: Matthew 10:1–7
Theme: Called, Chosen, and Sent.
Reflection
In every age, God called, chosen, transformed and Sent out for the purpose to continue the salvific mission Christ started. Today's table of the Word presents before us in clear language the unfathomable love of God notwithstanding our position, status, sex or race. In the first reading the author of the first Book of Pentateuch presents an account of Joseph who was once sold into slavery by his brothers and later on called, chosen and then sent by God to be the governor of a land (cf. Genesis 41:55–57; 42:5–7a, 17–24a). And Evangelist Matthew in the gospel pericope highlights the call to discipleship by our Lord, stating the nomenclature of some of them like Peter an ordinary fisherman, Matthew who was a tax collector, a profession with dented image among the Jews. Despite this God still finds something little like mustard seed in them and made a tree out of it alongside others (cf. Matthew 10:1–7).
However, these texts invite us to reflect on God’s ability to redeem our pain, entrust us with mission, and call us to selfless service. Sometimes, in our daily life experience, we find ourselves surrounded with situation like Joseph’s where evil roars like a lion, but God who is in Heaven and does whatever He wills as the Psalmist says turned it around for good (cf. Gen 50:20). Joseph is a foreshadowing of Christ, who was also betrayed but becomes our Saviour. In like manner, in calling, choosing and sending out of the disciples; men from weak backgrounds were called, transformed and sent out.
In reaction to this, the Catechism says: “In time, we can discover that God in His almighty providence can bring good from the consequences of evil... as with Joseph’s brothers' betrayal.” (CCC 312). And the Psalmist echoed same, as he reminded us that God’s plans endure and His eyes are upon those who fear Him and hope in His love (Psalm 33). This echoes the truth that God’s providence can be trusted even in times of trial or silence.
Beloved in Christ Jesus, God used what we considered to be naught to transform us, our wounds can serve God’s purpose, just like in the case of Joseph who was hurt by his family, but through forgiveness and faith, he became their saviour. What wounds in your life might God be using to prepare you for a mission of healing?
Finally, God calls, equips, and sends us not minding our shortcomings and weaknesses. In our day-to-day living experience may we never forget that we are called from our weakness, chosen to be harbingers of the gospel, transformed into God’s servant, and sent out to live out Gospel values.
+ Peace be with you.
© ARCHIVE 09072025
No comments:
Post a Comment