We should be open to God's message, regardless of the messenger's background.
Familiarity can sometimes breed contempt and prevent us from recognizing the extraordinary in the ordinary.
Faith is important in order to experience God's power and blessings.
Let us cultivate a strong and unwavering faith, persevere and stay committed to our calling even when faced with skepticism and opposition.
A prophet speaks with wisdom clear,
Yet in his home, he finds no cheer.
Among his kin, his voice is still,
For in their hearts, they doubt his will.
In foreign lands, his words take flight,
But in his house, they dim the light.
Familiar faces, blinded eyes,
Cannot see the truth he tries.
Yet steadfast, he continues on,
For in his heart, the truth is drawn.
A prophet's honor, far and wide,
But in his home, it must abide.
Lord Jesus,
You faced rejection in Your own hometown, Yet You remained steadfast in Your mission. Grant us the strength to persevere, even when we face doubt and skepticism from those close to us.
Help us to honor Your calling, and to trust in Your guidance and love. May we find courage in Your example and remain faithful to Your will.
Amen.
Pericope:
II: The Mystery of Jesus
THE REJECTION AT NAZARETH
Mark 6:1-6
Gospel Acclamation
My sheep hear my voice, says the Lord; I know them, and they follow me.
Gospel | Mark 6:1-6
1 Jesus departed from there and came to his native place, accompanied by his disciples. 2 When the sabbath came he began to teach in the synagogue, and many who heard him were astonished. They said, “Where did this man get all this? What kind of wisdom has been given him? What mighty deeds are wrought by his hands! 3 Is he not the carpenter, the son of Mary, and the brother of James and Joseph and Judas and Simon? And are not his sisters here with us?” And they took offense at him. 4 Jesus said to them, “A prophet is not without honor except in his native place and among his own kin and in his own house.” 5 So he was not able to perform any mighty deed there, apart from curing a few sick people by laying his hands on them. 6 He was amazed at their lack of faith.
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