October 27, 2015
Tuesday of the Thirtieth week in Ordinary Time
Tuesday of the Thirtieth week in Ordinary Time
Saint of the day : Saint Frumentius, Bishop (4th century)
Readings
18 I consider
that the sufferings of this present time are as nothing compared with the glory
to be revealed for us.[1]
19For creation
awaits with eager expectation the revelation of the children of God;
20for creation
was made subject to futility, not of its own accord but because of the one who
subjected it, in hope 21that creation
itself would be set free from slavery to corruption and share in the glorious
freedom of the children of God.
22We know that
all creation is groaning in labor pains even until now; 23and not only
that, but we ourselves, who have the firstfruits of the Spirit, we also groan
within ourselves as we wait for adoption, the redemption of our bodies.
24For in hope
we were saved. Now hope that sees for itself is not hope. For who hopes for
what one sees? 25But if we
hope for what we do not see, we wait with endurance.
1When the LORD
restored the captives of Zion, we thought we were dreaming.
2Then our mouths
were filled with laughter; our tongues sang for joy. Then it was said
among the nations, “The LORD had done great things for them.” 3The LORD has done great things for
us; Oh, how happy we were!
4Restore our captives,
LORD, like the dry stream beds of the Negeb. 5Those who sow
in tears will reap with cries of joy. 6Those who go forth weeping, carrying
sacks of seed, Will return with cries of joy, carrying their bundled sheaves.
18Then He said,
"What is the kingdom of God like? To what can I compare it? 19It is like
a mustard seed that a person took and planted in the garden. When it was fully
grown, it became a large bush and 'the birds of the sky dwelt in its
branches.'"
20Again He
said, "To what shall I compare the kingdom of God? 21It is like yeast that
a woman took and mixed (in) with three measures of wheat flour until the whole
batch of dough was leavened."
Notes on Readings
[1]
Romans 8:18-27 - The
glory that believers are destined to share with Christ far exceeds the
sufferings of the present life. Paul considers the destiny of the created world
to be linked with the future that belongs to the believers. As it shares in the
penalty of corruption brought about by sin, so also will it share in the
benefits of redemption and future glory that comprise the ultimate liberation
of God's people (Romans 8:19-22). After patient endurance in steadfast expectation, the full harvest of the
Spirit's presence will be realized. On earth believers enjoy the firstfruits, the
Spirit that is, as a guarantee of the total liberation of their bodies from the
influence of the rebellious old self (Romans 8:23).
[2] Luke 13:18-21 - Two parables are used to illustrate the future proportions of the kingdom of
God that will result from its deceptively small beginning in the preaching and
healing ministry of Jesus. They are paralleled in Matthew 13:31-33 and Mark 4:30-32.
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Dear Humanity,
I personally encourage everyone to emulate JESUS' values on LOVE, FAITH, HOPE
and CHARITY, as the humanity has been a failure; which resulted to the more than two (2) years of pandemic and its after-effects on economy, not only here in the Philippines but worldwide.
And the saddest part of it, is that, it affected the POOREST of the POOR to even extremely be more poorer, in exchange of the affluent to be more richer.
Thank you and may GOD bless you and the whole family to have an enjoyed life's journey at home, Church, schools/universities, corporate commitments, public and places of interest.