Ways of Proclaiming the Gospel, in my Life

Gospel Thoughts

*Easter Season : Second Week - Monday*

*Feast of the Evangelist - Mark*

*GOSPEL -  Mk 16:15-20*

*FIRST READING - 1 Pt 5:5b-14*

*Ways of Proclaiming the Gospel, in my Life*

*1) Command of Jesus*

*Go into the whole world and proclaim the gospel to every creature*

The above command of Jesus, gives us a special mission, which we need to carry out in our day to day life 

So what are the some of the effective ways, through which we can, proclaim the Gospel?

*2) Various ways of Proclaiming the Gospel*

*A) Through my exemplary way of Life*

Action speak louder than words. 

A good, disciplined, and value based life itself is a great proclamation

*B) A life built on Service*

Another powerful way of proclaiming the Gospel. 

For example, Mother Theresa

*C ) Life based on Gospel values*

The Gospel values like, forgiveness, humility, sharing, service, sincerity, generosity, goodwill will make our life and real and effective way of proclaiming the Gospel

*D) Life based on Prayer*

A life, which is rooted in the prayer, becomes very effective. 

So this becomes a powerful way of proclaiming the Gospel 

*3) Am I ready to proclaim the Gospel?*

At times we think that proclamation is the mission of priests and sisters

But the mission of proclaiming the Gospel is given to every one. 

So each one has to proclaim the Gospel through words and deeds 

So it is not a choice but it is a mission. 

*4) What are my ways of proclaiming the Gospel in my day today life?*

Service?

Generosity? 

Helping hand?

Forgiveness? 

Sacrifice?

Love?

Sincerity? 

Well disciplined life?? 

Simplicity? 

Availability? 

*Think about it*

*God bless you and your family. Praying for you and your dear ones*

*Fr Maxim Dsouza*

*Jeppu Seminary*

*Mangalore*