24TH SUNDAY HOMILY IN THE ORDINARY TIME — YEAR B

24TH SUNDAY HOMILY IN THE ORDINARY TIME — YEAR B

HOMILY THEME: THE SON OF MAN IS DESTINED TO SUFFER GRIEVOUSLY

BY: Fr Deotacious Chikontwe SMA

Isaiah 50: 5-9, Ps. 116, James 2: 14-18, Mark 8:27-35

OUR FIRST READING IS ABOUT LISTENING TO GOD
Our first reading speaks about the servant who listens to God and does not turn away. This shows us the importance of being attentive to God’s voice in our lives. We are called to be open and willing to hear what God has to say to us.

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Listening to God means being present and paying attention. It involves setting aside time for prayer and reflection. By doing this, we can better understand God’s will for us and how we should live.

OUR SECOND READING IS ABOUT FAITH AND WORKS.
Our second reading teaches us that faith without works is dead. This means our actions must reflect our faith. Believing in God is important, but we also need to show our faith through our deeds.
Helping others and living out our faith go hand in hand. When we help those in need, we show the love of God in action. Our faith becomes alive and active through our good works.

OUR GOSPEL READING IS ABOUT FOLLOWING JESUS.
Jesus asks His disciples who they think He is. Peter responds, “You are the Messiah.” This moment is a turning point in the Gospel of Mark, leading towards Jesus’ suffering and death in Jerusalem.
Following Jesus means accepting His path, even when it is difficult. Jesus calls us to take up our cross and follow Him. This means we may face challenges and hardships as part of our faith journey.

CONCLUSION
Today we are being reminded, that following Jesus requires sacrifice. We may have to give up our own desires and face difficulties. But by doing so, we find true life in Christ. In our busy lives, it can be hard to find quiet moments. But making time to listen to God can bring peace and direction.
I wish you all a Blessed Sunday

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