“Jesus declared, ‘I thank thee, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, that thou hast hidden these things from the wise and understanding and revealed them to babes; yes, Father, for such was thy gracious will.’” (Matthew 11:25-26.) Today’s Gospel passage contains a prayer that Jesus addressed to the Father. And it is a prayer of … Continue reading Humility is the Key to Understanding God
Category: Religion
It’s Time to Repent
“Then he began to reproach the cities in which most of his deeds of power had been done because they did not repent.” (Matthew 11:20) Jesus is obviously disappointed with the cities in which many of His miracles had taken place. They were so happy to receive miracles but were not willing to give back … Continue reading It’s Time to Repent
The of God as a seed
(Is.55:10-11, Ps.65:10-14, Rom.8:18-23 & Matt.13:1-23) A parable is an earthly saying with a heavenly meaning. Teaching in parables was a familiar mode of instruction among the Jewish teachers of Jesus' time. However, the parables of Jesus are remarkable for their simplicity and their power in comparison to other Jewish parables. Jesus adopts the method of … Continue reading The of God as a seed
God’s Words Never Return Empty
“So shall my word be that goes out from my mouth; it shall not return to me empty, but it shall accomplish that which I purpose.” (Isaiah 55:11). In the last three Sundays, our Gospel passage centred on Jesus sending out His twelve apostles to evangelize. It was a very successful mission as the disciples … Continue reading God’s Words Never Return Empty
Wisdom Tips for the Labourers
“See, I am sending you out like sheep into the midst of wolves; so be wise as serpents and innocent as doves.” (Matthew 10:16) The vocation of the labourer in God’s vineyard is truly not an easy one. After asking God to send labourers into the harvest, Jesus empowered the twelve disciples by giving them … Continue reading Wisdom Tips for the Labourers
Courage for the Labourers
“Do not fear those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul; rather fear him who can destroy both soul and body in hell.” (Matthew 10:28) Fear is an acronym for “false expectations appearing real.” Fear is an inhibiting spirit that prevents the mind from thinking properly and taking reasonable decisions aimed at one’s … Continue reading Courage for the Labourers
The Mission of the Labourers
“As you go, proclaim the Good News, ‘The kingdom of heaven has come near.’ Cure the sick, raise the dead, cleanse the lepers, cast out demons. You received without payment; give without payment.” (Matthew 10:7-8) In today’s Gospel passage, Jesus says, “Preach as you go” meaning that our very lives are loud sermons. Everything we … Continue reading The Mission of the Labourers
Empowering the Labourers
“Then Jesus summoned his twelve disciples and gave them authority over unclean spirits, to cast them out, and to cure every disease and every sickness.” (Matthew 10:1) In today’s Gospel passage, we see Jesus commissioning the twelve by giving them authority over unclean spirits, diseases and infirmity. Jesus did not simply call labourers, He made … Continue reading Empowering the Labourers
Help Wanted: The Harvest is Great
“When he saw the crowds, he had compassion for them, because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd. Then he said to his disciples, ‘The harvest is plentiful, but the labourers are few.” (Matthew 9:36-37) In today’s Gospel passage, when Jesus saw the massive crowd approaching, His heart was moved with compassion. … Continue reading Help Wanted: The Harvest is Great
