Scripture: No one has ascended into heaven but he who descended from heaven,
the Son of man. 14 And as
Moses lifted up the serpent in the wilderness, so must the Son of man be lifted
up, 15 that whoever believes in him may have eternal life."
16 For God so
loved the world that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should
not perish but have eternal life. 17 For God sent the Son into the world, not to condemn the
world, but that the world might be saved through him. John 3:13-18
Reflection: The
world is like a market place where there are all types of wares sold. You go to
buy a T.V. and you will have various shapes and sizes, various price tags,
various qualities and types and various brands too. Which one is the best? That is difficult and
yet not too difficult to cut out that which is least best. If you are really going for quality then if you
have not done enough research then you could end up choosing the most costly as
the best. But to a discerning mind the
best is that which is well researched, widely consulted and fortified with
genuine experience. Whereas, the manufacturers
will keep announcing their product as the best! Ultimately:
ONLY ONE HAS TO BE THE BEST AMONG THE LOT.
Similarly, in the reading from John’s Gospel Jesus is
announcing himself as the real and true one and does not want to leave a doubt
in our ever erratic heart. He who
descended from heaven, will be the first to ascend again, the one who will be crucified,
lifted up on a cross, is the one who will save if WE believe in his word.
Prayer: Lord Jesus, I believe you are the savior of all
mankind and it is you alone who can save me.
DD =
Dedicated Discipleship: Come grow in the
Lord with us
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