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Based on the Readings as Set
First Reading (Genesis 15:1-12, 17-18)
The Lord comes to the childless Abram in a vision and reveals that the many offspring he had been promised would come from his own body. Abram believes him and is counted righteous. Through a solemn ritual he is assured that the promised Land will be his as well.
Psalm (Psalm 27)
The Psalmist expresses utmost confidence in the Lord to protect him from his enemies and evildoers. On this basis he pleads with the Lord not to forsake him in a time of serious trouble and is content to wait for him to intervene at the last.
Second Reading (Philippians 3:17-4:1)
Paul exhorts his readers to follow him and others like him in their living fully for Christ. The enemies of the Cross have their focus on earthly things, but our citizenship is in heaven, from which we expect our Saviour. He will make us to be like him in glory.
Gospel (Luke 13:31-35)
On his way to Jerusalem, some Pharisees warn Jesus about Herod. Calling him a fox, Jesus has a message for him. His current ministry is drawing toward a tragic end in that city that has killed the prophets, a city for which he has only a deep desire to save from destruction.
CONNECTION SUGGESTIONS
- Looking only to God for ultimate protection
- God is yearning to protect us
- If our focus is not on the Lord, the way we live will be dangerously off-centre
- It’s never over ‘til its over
Based on the Alternative Gospel
First Reading (Genesis 15:1-12, 17-18)
The Lord comes to the childless Abram in a vision and reveals that the many offspring he had been promised would come from his own body. Abram believes him and is counted righteous. Through a solemn ritual he is assured that the promised Land will be his as well.
Psalm (Psalm 27)
The Psalmist expresses utmost confidence in the Lord to protect him from his enemies and evildoers. On this basis he pleads with the Lord not to forsake him in a time of serious trouble and is content to wait for him to intervene at the last.
Second Reading (Philippians 3:17-4:1)
Paul exhorts his readers to follow him and others like him in their living fully for Christ. The enemies of the Cross have their focus on earthly things, but our citizenship is in heaven, from which we expect our Saviour. He will make us to be like him in glory.
Gospel (Luke 9:28-36, [37-43a])
Jesus is transfigured, appearing in dazzling white between Moses and Elijah. A voice from heaven affirms him as his beloved Son, to whom all should listen. Jesus then delivers a boy from a demon after his disciples could not. All are amazed at the goodness of God.
CONNECTION SUGGESTIONS
- Looking only to God for ultimate protection
- If our focus is not on the Lord, the way we live will be dangerously off-centre
- It’s never over ‘til it’s over
- The Lord reveals what we need to know just when we need to know it