When the days for Jesus being taken up were fulfilled,
he resolutely determined to journey to Jerusalem.
(Luke 9:51)
Like Jesus, we should be determined to journey towards the fulfilment of God's purpose for our lives. His journey was marked by humility, compassion, and selflessness, qualities that we can strive to embody in our own lives. Let us always be ready to welcome Jesus as He leads us to be His messengers in our journey to spread the gospel to the whole world.
Journey of Purpose
Like Jesus, we embark on a sacred quest,
To fulfill God’s purpose, to give our best.
With hearts of humility, compassion, and grace,
We strive to reflect His loving embrace.
His journey was marked by selfless love,
Guided by wisdom from Heaven above.
In every step, in every deed,
He showed us the way, the path we need.
Let us welcome Jesus into our hearts,
As He leads us to play our parts.
Messengers of hope, in a world so vast,
Spreading the gospel, a light that will last.
With determination, we walk this road,
Carrying the message, sharing the load.
For in His footsteps, we find our way,
To live out His purpose, day by day.
Dear Lord Jesus,
Like You, we seek to journey towards the fulfillment of God’s purpose for our lives. Your path was marked by humility, compassion, and selflessness—qualities we strive to embody in our own lives.
Grant us the determination to follow Your example, to walk in Your footsteps with grace and love. Help us to welcome You into our hearts daily, allowing Your presence to guide us and transform us.
Lead us, Lord, to be Your messengers, spreading the gospel to the whole world. May our actions reflect Your love and our words bring hope to those in need. Strengthen us to carry out this mission with unwavering faith and dedication.
In Your holy name, we pray.
Amen.
Pericope:
V: The Journey to Jerusalem: Luke's Travel Narrative
DEPARTURE FOR JERUSALEM; SAMARITAN INHOSPITALITY
Luke 9:51-56
Gospel Acclamation
The Son of Man came to serve and to give his life as a ransom for many.
Gospel | Luke 9:51-56
51 When the days for Jesus being taken up were fulfilled, he resolutely determined to journey to Jerusalem, 52 and he sent messengers ahead of him. On the way they entered a Samaritan village to prepare for his reception there, 53 but they would not welcome him because the destination of his journey was Jerusalem. 54 When the disciples James and John saw this they asked, “Lord, do you want us to call down fire from heaven to consume them?” 55 Jesus turned and rebuked them, 56 and they journeyed to another village.
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