The difference between God’s strength and human strength.

GOSPEL THOUGHTS

*Ordinary Season: Sixth  Week : Sunday*

*Gospel : Lk 6:17, 20-26*

*First Reading :Jer 17:5-8*

*Responsorial Psalm : Ps 1:1-2, 3, 4 and 6*

*Second Reading : 1 Cor 15:12, 16-20*

*The difference between God’s strength and human strength.*

*1) God's Strength and Human Strength*

The Liturgy of the day speaks about the difference between God's Strength and Human Strength 

At times we believe or the Modern Science makes us to believe that with Human intelligence anything can be done. There is no need of God 

Against such and tendency the Readings of the day give us a strong  message

*2) The Fate of those who believe in Human power*

The first reading of today speaks about this point 

Those who depend on human wisdom, power, or wealth become spiritually dry and lifeless.

*Cursed is the one who trusts in human beings*

No matter how powerful a leader or ruler may seem, they will die, and their influence will fade.

Those who trust in material wealth may be successful for a time, but their end is sudden ruin.

Just like a desert plant cannot survive without water, human strength alone leads to emptiness.

*3) The beauty of the one who depend on Gods Strength*

“He is like a tree planted beside the waters that stretches out its roots to the stream.” (Jeremiah 17:8)

Those who trust in human power live in fear, always anxious about losing their position, wealth, or security.

But those who trust in God are at peace, knowing He is in control. Their lives remain green and alive, full of joy and hope.

Life’s challenges (illness, financial struggles, persecution) do not destroy those who depend on God.

Instead of breaking under pressure, they continue to bear fruit, showing love, patience, and faith.

*4) Those who depend on Gods power are blessed*

Blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord, whose hope is the Lord.” (Jeremiah 17:7)

“Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.”

Being “poor in spirit” means recognizing our need for God.

The greatest blessing is belonging to God’s kingdom, which is given to those who rely on Him.

The greatest blessing is knowing that God’s power sustains us in all things.

*5) Where is My Strength?*

The Bible reminds us that true strength comes from God, not from ourselves.

Those who depend on God’s power find strength even in weakness.

My Strength Comes from the Lord – Psalm 121:1-2

When we face difficulties, we might look to human solutions, but true help comes from God.

God renews our inner strength when we trust in Him.

Many times, we try to fight our own battles, but God wants us to trust in Him.

True strength comes not from struggling alone, but from resting in God’s power

*6) Attitude of those who trust in God's Power*

They always start their mission by invoking God's blessing 

They always remain humble. Humility is needed to recognize God's work in our life 

They totally trust in God. They never lose hope 

With God's strength they try again and again until they achieve their goals 

*Think about it*

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

*Fr Maxim DSouza*

*Jeppu Seminary*

*Mangalore*