Thursday, February 5, 2026 1 Kgs 2:1-4, 10-12; Mk 6:7-13 Today’s Gospel highlights Jesus sending his disciples into mission. Before sending them out on mission, Jesus instructs his disciples not to carry food, sack, or money. Why would Jesus forbid his disciples from carrying things that are otherwise essential for their mission? In forbidding his […]
Wednesday, February 4, 2026 2 Sam 24:2, 9-17; Mk 6:1-6 In today’s Gospel, Jesus struggles with the lack of faith of his own villagers. Referring to Jesus’ friends and relatives, the Gospel reads that ‘they took offense at Jesus.’ Hence, the word ‘offense’ calls for our reflection. 1. Offense as Disparaging Jesus’ Origins: Jesus encounters resistance
Tuesday, February 3, 2026 2 Sam 18:9-10, 14b, 24-25a, 30-19:3; Mk 5:21-43 Today’s Gospel highlights the great faith of Jairus and the woman with hemorrhages. Both Jairus and the woman with hemorrhages seem to have different backgrounds. As a synagogue leader, Jairus appears to be a respected public figure. However, the man sets aside his
