I personally like readings which talk about faith in God and
his assurance for us – because at the end of the day, when things look gloomy
and hopeless, it is only our faith in God that would get us through the dark
night.
The gospel
today remind us of this faith, and of God’s assurance. We see Jesus telling
his friends:
"Do not let your hearts be troubled.
You have faith in God; have faith also in me
You have faith in God; have faith also in me
Do not worry. Have faith. Short but very
powerful words from Jesus himself. Let us imagine Jesus telling us these words
as we face life’s challenges. Jesus told these words to his disciples during
the last supper. He told them he would die, that he would suffer, that he would
be betrayed. Imagine how the disciples must have felt. Their leader for years
will soon die a humiliating death. What would happen to them? Who would guide
and protect them? These probably were some of the questions going on in their
minds.
In our lives, we face challenges everyday. Some may not be
as painful or hard as others, but we should take comfort in Jesus’ words. He is
asking us to have faith in Him, the Son of God. Faith that knows he will take
care of us. Faith that submits ourselves to his divine will. Faith that allows
us to die of ourselves so that he may live in us. Faith that would be the
source of inner peace, knowing He is in control. Faith.
What is troubling my heart now? Why? Are the challenges I am facing bigger than
God? Am I letting them block my view of God? Why can I not focus on God, his
power and his love for me? How can I improve my faith in God? Am I praying to
God to help me strengthen my faith?
May we always remember Christ’s words. Do not worry. Have faith. Let us
remember who is saying this to us, as the first reading and psalm says – “You are my Son,
this day I have begotten you” The only Son of God tells us this. Do not worry.
Have faith.
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