GOSPEL THOUGHTS
*Ordinary Season : 24th Week : Wednesday*
*Gospel : Lk 7:31-35*
*First Reading : 1 Tm 3:14-16*
*The Power of Jesus, throughout the World*
*1) Jesus : believed in throughout the world*
The first reading of the day from the first Letter to Timothy, tells about the power of Jesus throughout the World
Jesus is the person who is believed in throughout the World
This shows power of Jesus and also the need of Jesus to the entire World
*2) Jesus is a powerful Name*
Among all name, Jesus is the most powerful name
In Jesus' name, demons take flight and devil is defeated
The influence of the name of Jesus very visible because, the *Name Jesus* has become know name by billions of people all over the world
So its a known and very powerful name throughout the World
*3) The Cross : Throughout the World*
Today in evey corner of the World there is Cross
Cross is the presence of Jesus and it is the sign of salvation to all
Cross represents the sacrifice of Jesus and the unconditional love of God to the entire Humankind
Today we can see the power of the Cross throughout the world
*4) Christians are throughout the World*
Christians are the followers of Jesus
They are found in every corner of the World
The very fact that there is a Christian, there is Jesus
So Jesus is believed by the believers throughout the World
Jesus is the king of the Universe, believed by all
*5) Various ways of Believing in Jesus*
One who loves Jesus, believes in him
One who forgives
One who serves
One who sacrifices
One who humbles
One who practices truth
One who practices justice
One who has concern
One who is compassionate
One who is helpful
One who has good heart
All those who practice these values believe in Jesus
*6) How do I believe in Jesus?*
Is it only through the words?
Is it only through the external gestures?
What are my personal convictions about Jesus?
*Think about it*
*God bless you and your family. Praying for you and your dear ones*
*Fr Maxim DSouza*
*Jeppu Seminary*
*Mangalore*
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