Friends, on this third Sunday of Lent year C, Our Mother Church provides us another moment of grace to straighten us on our journey of faith. Today, we celebrate the Lord who frees us from our slavery to sin if only we listen to His warning to repent. The readings of today remind us of God’s patience and our responsibility. We are called to use the time we are given wisely. By responding to God’s call and bearing fruit, we show our faith through our actions. Lord, thank You for Your constant presence and guidance. Help us to trust in Your promise of freedom, stay faithful to You, and bear good fruit in our lives. Grant us the strength to follow Your path.
Friends, in the first reading of today God promises to free the Israelites from slavery in Egypt. This powerful message shows that God is always working to set us free from our struggles and sins. Just as He heard the cries of the Israelites, He heard our cries too. Brothers and sisters, God’s promise to free the Israelites reminds us that He is always aware of our difficulties. He sees our hardships and is ready to help us. Today we are encouraged to trust in God’s plan for our lives. We often feel trapped by our sins and problems. Like the Israelites in Egypt, we might think there is no escape. But God’s promise shows that there is always hope. God’s action in freeing the Israelites is a reminder of His constant love and care. He did not forget His people, and He does not forget us. We are called to trust in His timing and His ways. The first reading of today helps us remember that God is always at work in our lives. He wants to free us from whatever holds us back. We are encouraged to place our trust in Him and follow His lead.
Friends, in the second reading of today, Paul warns against idol worship and turning away from God. He reminds us to stay faithful and avoid anything that takes us away from God. This message is crucial for our spiritual journey. Paul uses examples from history to teach the Corinthians. He reminds them of the mistakes their ancestors made. This helps us see the importance of learning from the past. Brothers and sisters, idolatry is not just about worshiping statues. It includes anything that we place above God in our lives. This could be money, power, or even our desires. Paul’s warning is a call to examine our lives. We need to identify and remove anything that distracts us from God. Staying faithful means putting God first in everything you do. The second reading of today encourages us to remain true to our faith. By avoiding idols, we stay focused on our relationship with God. This helps us grow spiritually and live a more faithful life.
Friends, the parable of the fig tree in the Gospel of today highlights God’s patience. Jesus tells us that God gives us time to change and grow in faith. However, we must respond to this opportunity. The fig tree in the parable had not produced fruit for three years. The owner wanted to cut it down, but the gardener asked for more time. This shows that God is patient with us, giving us time to repent and improve. The gardener’s request for more time is a reminder that we are given chances to change. God does not give up on us easily. He waits for us to bear fruit in our lives.
Friends, bearing fruit means living out our faith through good actions. It is not enough to simply believe; we must also act on our beliefs. This includes helping others, being kind, and living according to God’s will. Brothers and sisters, in the readings for the third Sunday of Lent Year C, we see God’s desire to free us from our struggles, His warning against turning away from Him, and His call to live fruitful lives. By understanding and applying these lessons, we can grow in our faith and strengthen our relationship with God. The Lord be with you …. May the Almighty God bless you, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.
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