“You are my beloved Son;
with you I am well pleased.”
(Luke 3: 22)
Luke 3:15-16, 21-22 is a powerful passage that offers several important lessons:
Expectation and Humility: The people were eagerly waiting for the Messiah, and they wondered if John the Baptist might be the one. John, however, humbly pointed them to Jesus, saying, "I baptize you with water, but one who is more powerful than I will come, the straps of whose sandals I am not worthy to untie. He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire" (Luke 3:16). This teaches us the importance of humility and recognizing our role in God's plan.
Jesus' Baptism: When Jesus was baptized, heaven was opened, and the Holy Spirit descended on him in bodily form like a dove. A voice came from heaven: "You are my Son, whom I love; with you I am well pleased" (Luke 3:21-22). This event highlights the significance of baptism, the affirmation of Jesus' identity as the Son of God, and the presence of the Holy Spirit.
Divine Approval: God's voice from heaven expressing pleasure in Jesus emphasizes the importance of seeking God's approval rather than human approval. It reminds us that our true identity and worth come from being loved by God.
These verses encourage us to live with humility, seek the Holy Spirit's guidance, and find our identity in God's love.
In the quiet of the dawn, a voice so clear,
Whispers of love, a message dear.
“You are my beloved Son,” it proclaims,
With a heart full of pride, it calls your name.
Through trials and triumphs, you stand tall,
With grace and strength, you conquer all.
In your eyes, a light that never fades,
A beacon of hope, through life’s cascades.
With every step, you make me proud,
In the silence, in the crowd.
“You are my beloved Son,” I say,
With you, I am well pleased, every day.
In your laughter, in your tears,
In your courage, facing fears.
You are cherished, you are loved,
A gift from the heavens above.
So walk with faith, and know it’s true,
My love and pride are always with you.
“You are my beloved Son,” forevermore,
With you, I am well pleased, to the core.
Lord Jesus,
You are the beloved Son of the Father, in whom He is well pleased. I come before You with a humble heart, seeking Your grace and mercy. You are the light of the world, the source of all goodness and love.
Guide me, Lord, in Your ways. Help me to walk in Your footsteps, to live a life that is pleasing to You. Strengthen my faith, that I may trust in Your divine plan for me. Forgive me for my sins, and cleanse me with Your precious blood. Fill me with Your Holy Spirit, that I may be a vessel of Your love and peace.
Thank You, Lord, for Your endless love and sacrifice. May I always remember that I am Your beloved child, and with You, I am well pleased.
In Your holy name, I pray. Amen.
Pericope:
III: The Preparation for the Public Ministry
THE PREACHING OF JOHN THE BAPTIST
Luke 3:1-20
Gospel Acclamation
John said: One mightier than I is coming; he will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and with fire.
Gospel | Luke 3:15-16, 21-22
15 The people were filled with expectation, and all were asking in their hearts whether John might be the Christ. 16 John answered them all, saying, “I am baptizing you with water, but one mightier than I is coming. I am not worthy to loosen the thongs of his sandals. He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire.” 21 After all the people had been baptized and Jesus also had been baptized and was praying, heaven was opened 22 and the Holy Spirit descended upon him in bodily form like a dove. And a voice came from heaven, “You are my beloved Son; with you I am well pleased.”
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