"Behold, your house
will be abandoned.
But I tell you,
you will not see me
until the time comes
when you say,
Blessed is he
who comes in the
name of the Lord.”
(Luke 13:35)
The desolation of the house symbolizes the spiritual emptiness that comes from turning away from God. It highlights the consequences of rejecting Jesus and His message. Despite the warning, there is a message of hope. Jesus indicates that there will be a time when people will recognize Him and welcome Him.
This points to the possibility of redemption and restoration. It emphasizes the importance of recognizing and accepting Jesus as the Messiah. True peace and fulfillment come from acknowledging Him and His authority.
The verse serves as a call to repentance and a reminder that the opportunity to turn to Jesus is available, but it should not be delayed. These lessons encourage us to reflect on our relationship with Jesus, to seek His presence in our lives, and to embrace the hope and redemption He offers.
Blessed be Jesus Christ, our King,
In His name, our hearts shall sing.
With love and grace, He leads the way,
Guiding us through night and day.
In every trial, He stands near,
Wiping away each fallen tear.
His light shines bright, a beacon true,
In His embrace, we are made new.
Blessed be the Savior's name,
Forevermore, His love proclaim.
In joy and sorrow, peace and strife,
He is the way, the truth, the life.
With grateful hearts, we lift our voice,
In His presence, we rejoice.
Blessed be Jesus Christ, our Lord,
In Him, our souls are restored.
Dear Lord Jesus,
We come before You with hearts full of gratitude and praise. Blessed be Your holy name, for You are our Savior and King! We thank You for Your boundless love and mercy, which sustain us each day.
Guide us, Lord, to walk in Your ways and to live according to Your will. Help us to spread Your light and love to all those we encounter. May our lives be a testament to Your grace and goodness.
In times of joy and in times of trial, we trust in Your divine plan. Strengthen our faith and fill our hearts with Your peace. Blessed be Jesus Christ, now and forever.
Amen.
Pericope:
V: The Journey to Jerusalem: Luke's Travel Narrative
HEROD'S DESIRE TO KILL JESUS / THE LAMENT OVER JERUSALEM
Luke 13:31-33 / 34-35
Gospel Acclamation:
Blessed is the king who comes in the name of the Lord. Glory to God in the highest and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests.
Gospel | Luke 13:31-35
31 Some Pharisees came to Jesus and said, “Go away, leave this area because Herod wants to kill you.” 32 He replied, “Go and tell that fox, ‘Behold, I cast out demons and I perform healings today and tomorrow, and on the third day I accomplish my purpose. 33 Yet I must continue on my way today, tomorrow, and the following day, for it is impossible that a prophet should die outside of Jerusalem.’ 34 “Jerusalem, Jerusalem, you who kill the prophets and stone those sent to you, how many times I yearned to gather your children together as a hen gathers her brood under her wings, but you were unwilling! 35 Behold, your house will be abandoned. But I tell you, you will not see me until the time comes when you say, Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord.”
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