Table of the Word
First Reading: Haggai 2:1–9
Gospel: Luke 9:18–22
Theme: Knowing who Jesus is.
And the Lord Whispers:
“Who do you say that I am?” (Luke 9:20)Reflection
In today’s first reading, God encourages the people not to be discouraged by the smallness of the second temple compared to the glory of the first. He promises: “My Spirit abides among you; fear not. The latter glory of this house shall be greater than the former.” (cf. Haggai 2:1–9 ) What matters is not the size of the building, but the presence of God within it.
In the Gospel reading (cf. Luke 9:18–22), Jesus asks His disciples the most decisive question: “Who do you say that I am?” Peter confesses Him as the Christ, the Anointed One of God. Yet, Jesus immediately links His identity to the mystery of the Cross: suffering, rejection, and death, before the glory of resurrection.
Beloved in Christ, both readings whisper the same truth: God’s presence and power are not found in outward grandeur or human expectation, but in faith, humility, and the willingness to embrace the Cross. That is why St. Paul in his second epistle to the Corinthians Church says: “We walk by faith, not by sight” (2 Corinthians 5:7). While St. Cyril of Alexandria teaches: “To confess Christ rightly is not enough; we must also be ready to follow Him even unto suffering.”
Dearest friends, let our faith be rooted not in appearances or emotions, but in the living presence of Christ. And always be ready to answer Jesus’ question personally: “Who is Christ for me today?”
This should complement our effort in embracing the little crosses of daily life, trusting that they prepare us for greater glory with Him.
Finally, Christ’s true glory is revealed through the Cross as He Whispers: "Confess Me, follow Me, and let My presence transform your life".
+ Peace be with you.
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