Liturgical Colour: Green. Year: B(II)
Readings at Mass
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First reading
1 Peter 1:10-16
They prophesied about the grace that was to be yours; therefore, live soberly and set your hopes completely on the grace to be brought to you.
Beloved: Concerning the salvation of your souls the prophets who prophesied about the grace that was to be yours searched and investigated it investigating the time and circumstances that the Spirit of Christ within them indicated when it testified in advance to the sufferings destined for Christ and the glories to follow them. It was revealed to them that they were serving not themselves but you with regard to the things that have now been announced to you by those who preached the Good News to you through the Holy Spirit sent from heaven, things into which angels longed to look.
Therefore, gird up the loins of your mind, live soberly, and set your hopes completely on the grace to be brought to you at the revelation of Jesus Christ. Like obedient children, do not act in compliance with the desires of your former ignorance but, as he who called you is holy, be holy yourselves in every aspect of your conduct, for it is written, Be holy because I am holy.
Commentary:
Prophets' Inquiry: The prophets diligently searched and inquired about the salvation now revealed to believers, understanding that their messages were for future generations.
Grace in Christ: Peter highlights the grace revealed through Christ's suffering and subsequent glory, showing the fulfillment of prophetic messages.
Call to Holiness: Believers are urged to live in holiness, responding to the divine command to be holy as God is holy.
Reverent Fear: Peter emphasizes the importance of living in reverent fear of God, recognizing His impartial judgment.
Enduring Word: The Word of God is imperishable and stands forever, contrasting with the fleeting nature of human existence.
1 Peter 1:10-16 calls believers to appreciate the revealed mystery of salvation, live in holiness, and reverent fear, and recognize the enduring power of God's Word.
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Responsorial Psalm
Psalm 98:1, 2-3ab, 3cd-4
The Lord has made known his salvation.
Sing to the LORD a new song,
for he has done wondrous deeds;
His right hand has won victory for him,
his holy arm.
The Lord has made known his salvation.
The LORD has made his salvation known:
in the sight of the nations he has revealed his justice.
He has remembered his kindness and his faithfulness
toward the house of Israel.
The Lord has made known his salvation.
All the ends of the earth have seen
the salvation by our God.
Sing joyfully to the LORD, all you lands;
break into song; sing praise.
The Lord has made known his salvation.
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Gospel Acclamation
see Matthew 11:25
Alleluia, alleluia.
Blessed are you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth;
you have revealed to little ones the mysteries of the Kingdom.
Alleluia, alleluia.
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Gospel
Mark 10:28-31
You will receive a hundred times as much persecution in this present age, and eternal life in the age to come.
Peter began to say to Jesus, ‘We have given up everything and followed you.” Jesus said, “Amen, I say to you, there is no one who has given up house or brothers or sisters or mother or father or children or lands for my sake and for the sake of the Gospel who will not receive a hundred times more now in this present age: houses and brothers and sisters and mothers and children and lands, with persecutions, and eternal life in the age to come. But many that are first will be last, and the last will be first.”
Commentary:
Peter's Statement: Peter reminds Jesus that the disciples have left everything to follow Him, highlighting their sacrifice and commitment to His ministry.
Jesus' Assurance: Jesus assures His followers that anyone who has left home, family, or fields for His sake and the gospel will receive a hundred times as much in this present age. This reward includes houses, family, and fields, though it also comes with persecution.
Present and Eternal Rewards: Jesus emphasizes that the sacrifices made for the kingdom of God will be richly rewarded both in this life and in the life to come, promising eternal life to His followers.
Persecutions: Jesus realistically acknowledges that along with rewards, His followers will face persecutions. This reflects the cost of discipleship and the challenges inherent in following Him.
Reversal of Fortunes: Jesus concludes with the profound statement that many who are first will be last, and the last first, illustrating the kingdom's reversal of worldly values and the ultimate reward for faithful discipleship.
Mark 10:28-31 reassures believers that sacrifices made for Jesus and the gospel will be abundantly rewarded both now and in eternity. It acknowledges the reality of persecutions but promises eternal life and highlights the reversal of worldly values in God's kingdom.
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