Saturday, October 14, 2023 Jl 4:12-21; Lk 11:27-28 Today’s gospel highlights blessedness as the fruit of faithful observance of God’s word. However, while talking about blessedness, Jesus seems to ignore or disregard the woman’s praise for his mother. Jesus should have proudly acknowledged her compliment. Instead, he is quick to talk about those who will […]
Friday, October 13, 2023 Jl 1:13-15, 2:1-2; Lk 11:15-26 In today’s gospel, Jesus is unjustly accused of performing exorcism by the power of Beelzebul, the prince of demons. When many people looked at Jesus’ goodness as an indication of the Kingdom he preached about, some had problems with his fame and popularity. Consumed by jealousy,
Thursday, October 12, 2023 Mal 3:13-20; Lk 11:5-13 In today’s gospel, it is interesting to see Jesus drawing on friendship to emphasize persistence in prayer. Jesus talks about two friends, one who asks for help and the other who delays his response. As friends, both of them enjoy the ‘freedom to bother’ the other, though
