June 17, 2019

The Holy Martyrs Manuel, Sabel and Ismael; Our Venerable Father Hypatius, Hegumen of Ruphenia (446)

Apostles’ Fast

Read
Romans 2:28-3:18; Matthew 6:31-34; 7:9-11

Beloved brothers and sisters in Christ, our Gospel today calls us to entrust our lives completely to God. How often the Bible compels us to meditate on the meaning of faith! We might say that the Scriptures rest upon faith and that they remain inspired at every turn by the spirit of faith. What is faith? Faith is an attitude of trust in the presence of God. Faith is openness to what God will reveal, do, and invite. It should be obvious that in dealing with the infinite, all-powerful person who is God, we are never in control.

Do not worry, and depend on God for everything. Have faith!

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