"When they hand you over,
do not worry about
how you are to speak
or what you are to say.
You will be given
at that moment
what you are to say.
For it will not be you
who speak but the
Spirit of your Father
speaking through you."
(Matthew 10:19-20)
It is important to stand firm in our faith despite persecution and betrayal. Enduring hardships with faithfulness leads to salvation.
Following Christ may lead to challenges and opposition, but we should remain steadfast in our faith, no matter what the circumstances are. Let us trust in God's guidance and the Holy Spirit's presence in difficult situations.
Reflecting on these verses can inspire us to be prepared for challenges, trust in God's guidance, remain faithful in adversity, and understand the cost of discipleship.
Do not worry, do not fear,
For in that moment, I am near.
When words are needed, trust in Me,
The Spirit speaks, to set you free.
Not your voice, but Mine will guide,
In truth and love, you will abide.
For when you're called to testify,
The Father's Spirit will supply.
In times of trial, in times of need,
His words will come, a holy creed.
So stand with faith, and do not fret,
The Spirit's voice, you won't forget.
Lord Jesus,
We come before You with humble hearts, seeking Your guidance and wisdom. In moments of uncertainty and fear, help us to trust in Your divine presence.
You have promised that we need not worry, for the Spirit of our Father will speak through us. Grant us the faith to rely on Your words, and the courage to stand firm in our beliefs.
May Your Spirit guide our thoughts and actions, filling us with wisdom and grace. Help us to be vessels of Your truth, proclaiming Your love and light to the world.
Amen.
Pericope:
III. Ministry and Mission in Galilee
COMING PERSECUTIONS
Matthew 10:16-25
Gospel Acclamation
Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord: the Lord is God and has given us light.
Gospel | Matthew 10:17-22
17 Jesus said to his disciples: “Beware of men, for they will hand you over to courts and scourge you in their synagogues, 18 and you will be led before governors and kings for my sake as a witness before them and the pagans. 19 When they hand you over, do not worry about how you are to speak orwhat you are to say. You will be given at that moment what you are to say. 20 For it will not be you who speak but the Spirit of your Father speaking through you. 21 Brother will hand over brother to death, and the father his child; children will rise up against parents and have them put to death. 22 You will be hated by all because of my name, but whoever endures to the end will be saved.”
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