Pro-life reflections and intercessions related to the Sunday readings
It is very consoling to see Jesus himself tempted. He prepared His public life with a fast of 40 days, similar to what we are doing during this Lenten season. If Jesus himself was tempted, and Jesus is perfect God and man, then it stands to reason that to be tempted is not necessarily bad; it is not a sin.
Read MoreJesus’ destiny is revealed at His Presentation in the Temple. This revelation even comes as a surprise to both Mary and Joseph, who had already been told much about Jesus. In a similar manner, every child is destined by God for greatness, even though this may not be clear to others.
Read MoreWe are all familiar with the “cursor” on our computer – it points to what we have to fix our attention on. John the Baptist is called the precursor of Jesus, as he was the one who prepared the people to receive Our Lord and he was the one who “pointed him out” to the first disciples.
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