Author Fr. Zygmunt Kurzawinski
A discussion about the commissioning of the disciples by Jesus after his resurrection and the importance of being a witness to his resurrection.
The term Christian means belonging to Christ, who is the anointed one. The anointing brings love, joy, peace, and reconciliation. Barnabas encouraged faithfulness.
Reflections on the wisdom of Saint Francis de Sales: Use a good word to diminish anger like water on fire. Show love like honey to convert others.
“I am the good shepherd. A good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep.” Jesus explains the qualities of a good shepherd.
So Jesus said again, “Amen, amen, I say to you, I am the gate for the sheep. All who came before me are thieves and robbers, but the sheep did not listen to them.
The Lord is rejected by his followers because they do not understand what the Lord wants to say. To have eternal life one needs the Bred of Life which is His Flesh.
Jesus appears to his disciples at the sea of Galilee. Peter’s return to Galilee and resulting disappointment becomes a meeting place with the Lord.
Today’s Word helps us discern the Lord’s voice amidst the world’s distractions. As a result, we can learn how to learn and understand the Word of God.