Geeky Catholic Sunday: The Baptism of the Lord 2019
Gospel Reading: Luke 3:15-16, 21-22
Highlight: "And a voice came from heaven, 'You are my beloved Son; with you I am well pleased.'"
Reflection: The first thing that comes to my mind when I read the above verse is the contrast with God the Father's words at the Transfiguration. "This is my beloved Son. Listen to him." The difference is in whom God is addressing. He may be telling those gathered indirectly that He is pleased with Jesus. But he is directly speaking to Jesus. Why? Doesn't Jesus already know that the Father loves him? Surely he doesn't need these words of affirmation. But love isn't just about giving another person what they need, or even what they deserve. My wife knows that I love her, even when I'm not actively saying it or showing it. But that is no reason for me to stop saying it or showing it. The relationship between the Persons of the Trinity is one of a constant exchange of love. So we should never cease showing our love for others.
Geeky Quote: "I truly, deeply love you." - Padmé Amidala, Star Wars: Attack of the Clones
Prayer: God, let me express my love for You and for others, as perfectly as You show Your love to me. Amen.
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Highlight: "And a voice came from heaven, 'You are my beloved Son; with you I am well pleased.'"
Reflection: The first thing that comes to my mind when I read the above verse is the contrast with God the Father's words at the Transfiguration. "This is my beloved Son. Listen to him." The difference is in whom God is addressing. He may be telling those gathered indirectly that He is pleased with Jesus. But he is directly speaking to Jesus. Why? Doesn't Jesus already know that the Father loves him? Surely he doesn't need these words of affirmation. But love isn't just about giving another person what they need, or even what they deserve. My wife knows that I love her, even when I'm not actively saying it or showing it. But that is no reason for me to stop saying it or showing it. The relationship between the Persons of the Trinity is one of a constant exchange of love. So we should never cease showing our love for others.
Geeky Quote: "I truly, deeply love you." - Padmé Amidala, Star Wars: Attack of the Clones
Prayer: God, let me express my love for You and for others, as perfectly as You show Your love to me. Amen.
To get these short reflections every week, click the Subscribe button at the top of this page, or you can "Like" or "Follow" the GeekyCatholicDad Facebook page here.
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