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Based on the Readings as Set
First Reading (Job 38:1-7, [34-41])
The Lord answers Job, accusing him of speaking without knowledge. He charges Job to be a man and answer this: Were you there when I laid the earth’s precise foundations? Have you given wisdom to humankind? Do you control the rain or feed the wild beasts?
Psalm (104:1-9, 24, 35c)
The Psalmist blesses the Lord for his supreme majesty and creative power in establishing the secure foundations of the earth. He covered it with a great flood, but it endured and he set lasting borders for its waters. His wisdom is seen in all his works.
Second Reading (Hebrews 5:1-10)
High priests are chosen from among mortals to represent them to God and to offer sacrifices for their sins. Christ was so chosen, Son of God and priest forever. Because of his obedience through suffering he became the source of salvation for all who obey him.
Gospel (Mark 10:35-45)
James and John ask Jesus for the most prominent places in his kingdom, but he replies that these are not his to give. He then uses the opportunity to teach that, to be great, his disciples must be slaves to all, just as he came to give his life a ransom for many.
CONNECTION SUGGESTIONS
- The creator has taken great care with his creation, our environment
- There is a great difference between God and man: his ways are different than ours
- Presumption always gets us in trouble
- A little humility goes a long way
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Based on the Alternative Readings
First Reading (Isaiah 53:4-12)
Isaiah depicts God’s innocent Servant as bearing the infirmities and sins of many, his very life as an offering for their sin, suffering death as a result. However, he will see light and find his place among the great because he was numbered among the transgressors.
Psalm (91:9-16)
The Psalmist encourages those who trust in the Lord to have a sure confidence that no harm will befall them. They will be kept safe by guardian angels and the Lord will answer their prayers. They will enjoy a long life and experience his salvation.
Second Reading (Hebrews 5:1-10)
High priests are chosen from among mortals to represent them to God and to offer sacrifices for their sins. Christ was so chosen, Son of God and priest forever. Because of his obedience through suffering he became the source of salvation for all who obey him.
Gospel (Mark 10:35-45)
James and John ask Jesus for the most prominent places in his kingdom, but he replies that these are not his to give. He then uses the opportunity to teach that, to be great, his disciples must be slaves to all, just as he came to give his life a ransom for many.
CONNECTION SUGGESTIONS
- There is a great difference between God and man: his ways are different than ours
- Presumption always gets us in trouble
- Surely he will bear our sorrows and carry our diseases
- Christ suffered and died for us