REFLECTION FOR TODAY
Let my soul live as if separated from my body.
-- St. John of the Cross
READINGS FOR TODAY
First Reading: Wisdom 2:23 -- 3:9
(The Destiny of the Righteous)
23 When God created us, he did not intend for us to die; he made us like himself.
24 It was the Devil's jealousy that brought death into the world, and those who belong to the Devil are the ones who will die.
3:1-9
1 But righteous people are protected by God and will never suffer torment. Let my soul live as if separated from my body.
-- St. John of the Cross
READINGS FOR TODAY
First Reading: Wisdom 2:23 -- 3:9
(The Destiny of the Righteous)
23 When God created us, he did not intend for us to die; he made us like himself.
24 It was the Devil's jealousy that brought death into the world, and those who belong to the Devil are the ones who will die.
3:1-9
2 It is a foolish mistake to think that righteous people die and that their death is a terrible evil.
3 They leave us, but it is not a disaster. In fact, the righteous are at peace.
4 It might appear that they have suffered punishment, but they have the confident hope of immortality.
5 Their sufferings were minor compared with the blessings they will receive. God has tested them,
6 like gold in a furnace, and found them worthy to be with him. He has accepted them, just as he accepts the sacrifices which his worshipers burn on the altar.
7 When God comes to reward the righteous, they will blaze out against the wicked like fire in dry straw.
8 They will rule over nations and peoples, and the Lord will be their king forever.
9 Those who have put their trust in God will come to understand the truth of his ways. Those who have been faithful will live with him in his love, for he is kind and merciful to the ones whom he has chosen.
Psalms: Psalm 34:2-3, 16-19
2 I will praise him for what he has done; may all who are oppressed listen and be glad!
3 Proclaim with me the Lord's greatness; let us praise his name together!
16 but he opposes those who do evil, so that when they die, they are soon forgotten.
17 The righteous call to the Lord, and he listens; he rescues them from all their troubles.
18 The Lord is near to those who are discouraged; he saves those who have lost all hope.
19 Good people suffer many troubles, but the Lord saves them from them all;
Gospel: Luke 17:7-10
(A Servant's Duty)
7 “Suppose one of you has a servant who is plowing or looking after the sheep. When he comes in from the field, do you tell him to hurry along and eat his meal?
8 Of course not! Instead, you say to him, ‘Get my supper ready, then put on your apron and wait on me while I eat and drink; after that you may have your meal.’
9 The servant does not deserve thanks for obeying orders, does he?
10 It is the same with you; when you have done all you have been told to do, say, ‘We are ordinary servants; we have only done our duty.’”
7 When God comes to reward the righteous, they will blaze out against the wicked like fire in dry straw.
8 They will rule over nations and peoples, and the Lord will be their king forever.
9 Those who have put their trust in God will come to understand the truth of his ways. Those who have been faithful will live with him in his love, for he is kind and merciful to the ones whom he has chosen.
Psalms: Psalm 34:2-3, 16-19
2 I will praise him for what he has done; may all who are oppressed listen and be glad!
3 Proclaim with me the Lord's greatness; let us praise his name together!
16 but he opposes those who do evil, so that when they die, they are soon forgotten.
17 The righteous call to the Lord, and he listens; he rescues them from all their troubles.
18 The Lord is near to those who are discouraged; he saves those who have lost all hope.
19 Good people suffer many troubles, but the Lord saves them from them all;
Gospel: Luke 17:7-10
(A Servant's Duty)
7 “Suppose one of you has a servant who is plowing or looking after the sheep. When he comes in from the field, do you tell him to hurry along and eat his meal?
8 Of course not! Instead, you say to him, ‘Get my supper ready, then put on your apron and wait on me while I eat and drink; after that you may have your meal.’
9 The servant does not deserve thanks for obeying orders, does he?
10 It is the same with you; when you have done all you have been told to do, say, ‘We are ordinary servants; we have only done our duty.’”
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