By Fr Trevor D’Souza, OFM
Main Focus
Faith and Faithful living
Isaiah 4:2-6
The passage speaks about the few (the remnant) who will remain, who were faithful, purified and survived the judgment. These few are holy and live in the presence of God, on mount Zion, Jerusalem.
Mt 8:5-11
Heaven will be full of surprises. We must not take our baptism for granted, as an automatic ticket to heaven. The kingdom of heaven will be filled with all those who are faithful to God, from East and West. The centurion was not a Jew, yet he was praised by the Lord for his strong faith.
Guide Questions
Q: What is the message coming across to me from the readings ?
Q: How does Jesus show himself as the Saviour ?
Action Plan
How can I build up my faith like the centurion ?
Prayer time
Personal prayer could include
Worshipping God (praising, adoring, blessing)
Thanking God for insights received
Asking God for graces
Interceding for people and situations
Our Father
Closing hymn / prayer