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TODAY’S WORD…

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While Jesus was still speaking, suddenly a bright cloud overshadowed them,

and from the cloud a voice said,

‘This is my Son, the Beloved;

with Him I am well pleased;

listen to Him!’

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– Matthew 17:5 (NRSV)

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REFLECTION…

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These words, spoken by the Father,

reveal to us that Jesus Christ is the Son of God,

the beloved Son,

God himself.

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When the Father adds, "listen to Him",

He is emphasising Jesus’ supremacy and authority.

In Christ God speaks to all men,

Christians and non-Christians alike.

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Christ, the Son of the living God,

speaks to people also as Man:

it is His life that speaks,

His humanity,

His fidelity to the truth,

His all-embracing love.

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His death on the Cross speaks.

The unfathomable depth of His suffering and abandonment speaks.

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The Father tells us to listen.

Ultimately, it is up to us to do so…or not.

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QUOTE…

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“All of you listen

and try to understand."

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– Jesus Christ (Mk 7:14)

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REPETITIVE PRAYER FOR TODAY…

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Here I am Lord, listening.

Help me understand.

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“Give me the grace to do as You command,

and command me to do what You will!” [St Augustine]