Signs of the Kingdom of God

GOSPEL THOUGHTS

*Ordinary Season : 34th Week : Friday*

*Gospel : Lk 21:29-33*

*First Reading : Dn 7:2-14*

*Signs of the Kingdom of God*

*1) Signs in the Nature*

The Gospel of the day speaks about the various signs or the changes that take place in the nature

Jesus also speaks about the changes that take place in the Fig tree and other trees, which is about to produce new buds and new life 

Immediately we are able to the changes in the tree, changes in the surrounding, and changes in the Nature as well 

So we are able to see and judge the changes in the nature as well as in various trees 

*2) Changes in Human Life*

As we witness various changes in the nature and their effect, there are also various changes in the human life which we experience 

From the moment of our birth till our death, every day, numerous things happen in our life 

Each thing that happen in our life also carries  a powerful message and change in our life as well 

So we need to give lots of importance to these things 

*3) Changes in life and the Kingdom of God*

The Gospel of the day speaks boldly about the various things which happen in our life and the experience of the Kingdom of God 

So what are the things or signs which help us to experience the kingdom of God in our life? 

*4) Various things which help us to realise that the Kingdom of God has entered in our life*

When one experiences the spirit of Forgiveness Let him/her know that the Kingdom of God in ones life 

When one cultivates a thankful heart 

When one realises the importance of humility

When one practices the vitue of generosity

When one values the importance of sacrifice, service, love, sharing 

When one lives a prayerful life 

When one knows the importance of disciplined way if life 

When one is able to face any challenges for Jesus' mission 

When these things happen in our life, know for sure that the kingdom of God is at hand or in ones life 

*5) Life is very Strange*

Our life is unique and mysterious 

Many things happen in our life and each of them reach a lesson as well as give us new experience 

No life passes through without realising the need of divine assistance and His blessings 

So it is up to us to practice various Gospel values to experience God 

No generation can pass without this experience 

*6) My Life*

What are the various things which make me to experience the Kingdom of God in my life? 

Jesus says,  *Kingdom of God is among You* Am I able to find out and experience it? 

What are the hurdles which I face to experience the Kingdom of God? 

How can I over come from these hurdles? 

*Think about it*

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

*Fr Maxim DSouza*

*Jeppu Seminary*

*Mangalore*