Mystery of the day: Luminous
Celebration: Ferial
Liturgical Colour: Green
Table of the Word
First Reading: Haggai 1:1–8
Gospel: Luke 9:7–9
Theme: God or Nothing.
And the Lord Whispers:
“Consider how you have fared… Build the house, that I may take pleasure in it and be glorified, says the Lord.” (Haggai 1:7–8)Reflection
Today, Prophet Haggai reminds the people of Judah that they had been busy building their own houses while the house of God lay in ruins (cf.Haggai 1:1–8). Their misplaced priorities led to dissatisfaction and emptiness, because they neglected the center of their life, God’s dwelling.
In the Gospel pericope, Evangelist Luke continue his accout of our Lord's public ministry experience, here Herod is perplexed by the fame of Jesus (cf.Luke 9:7–9). While some dismissed Him, others sought to understand who He truly was. Unlike Herod’s curiosity without conversion, Haggai calls us to a faith that moves into action: to put God first in our lives.
Indeed, when God is at the center, everything else finds its place. When He is neglected, even our labours feel empty. This quickly reminded me of Robert Cardinal Sarah's classic "God or Nothing." which I extracted the theme of today's reflection From. It is also the summary of the famous biblical quote:
“Seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be yours as well.” (Matthew 6:33)
To buttress this, St. Augustine teaches: “You have made us for yourself, O Lord, and our hearts are restless until they rest in you."
On the other hand, the Second Vatican Council Fathers reminds us of the call to make our lives “a spiritual house” (cf. 1 Peter 2:5; Lumen Gentium, 34).
However, dear friends in Cbrist let us examine our priorities: Is God truly at the center of our decisions, time, and resources?
And then, never allow curiosity about Christ to stop at questions, rather let it lead us to deeper faith and commitment. There and then make our lives, family, and community a dwelling where God is honoured first.
Finally, as aloving and merciful Father He geny Whispers: "When God is at the center, our lives become a true temple of His glory."
+ Peace be with you.
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