LENTEN DIGEST with Fr. PIUSRALPH

Wednesday of the Third Week of Lent

Table of the Word
First Reading: Deuteronomy 4:1, 5–9
Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 147:12–13, 15–16, 19–20 (R. 12a)
Verse before the Gospel: cf. John 6:63c, 68c
Gospel: Matthew 5:17–19

Theme: Keepjng God’s Ordinances

Reflection
“…give heed to the statutes and the ordinances which I teach you, and do them; that you may live, and go in and take possession of the land which the LORD, the God of your fathers, gives you.”
(Deuteronomy 4:1, 5–9)

Dearest friends in Christ. Once again, the Lord has granted us the gift of a new day.
In the light of this gracious opportunity, God, through Moses who was a great leader of the Israelites admonishes us to pay careful attention to the statutes and ordinances He has set before His people. Moses urges the people to listen, observe, and faithfully practice these divine laws so that they may live and inherit the promises of God.

This admonition carries with it the promise of blessings: long life, prosperity, and well-being, which we all desire. Yet, we must remember that the promise of God goes far beyond the fleeting realities of this earthly life. It ultimately points us to the eternal life of communion with God.
Therefore, adherence to God’s statutes and ordinances places us on the right path in our relationship with Him throughout our earthly pilgrimage. Obedience to God’s law is not merely a duty; it is the pathway to life and holiness.

Finally, remember: “Keep the law of God, and God will keep you alive.”
Peace be with you.

Prayer
O God, our Founder and Ruler, drive away the sins that assail us, that we may always be pleasing to you and ever safe under your protection. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.

Thought for the Day
“The proof of love is in the works. Where love exists, it works great things. But when it ceases to act, it ceases to exist.”

— Pope Gregory the Great

Lenten Commitment
This Lent, I resolve to keep God’s ordinances not only in words but in concrete actions through obedience to His Word, sincere repentance, forgiveness of others, and faithful charity so that my life may truly reflect my love for God.

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