HOMILY FOR THE SOLEMNITY OF THE ANNUNCIATION OF THE LORD
HOMILY THEME: THE FULFILMENT OF GOD’S PROMISE
BY: Fr. Benny Tuazon
(Lk. 1:26-38) Feast of the Annunciation
In today’s Gospel we have the angel Gabriel announcing to the Blessed Virgin Mary that she will be the mother of the Son of God. We celebrate today the solemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord. This is a very important day because it marks the fulfilment of the promise of God for a Messiah. This is also called the Feast of the Incarnation of Christ. Now, the Second Person of the Trinity will become flesh in Jesus Christ.
This is a joyful annunciation because it is aimed towards salvation. Everyday, similar annunciation happen. Usually, doctors make an announcement of pregnancy of would be mothers. Then, mothers will announce them to their husbands and other relatives. Usually too, it is a moment of joy and excitement. Having been given the opportunity to participate in the birth of human beings is indeed a privilege and a grace. Unfortunately, nowadays, it is not always true. Some see it as a problem or a burden. For them, if it is not planned, it is unwanted. Thus, we use this in our advocate against abortion. Life in the womb is a gift and a grace and not a burden or a problem.
Going back, the mystery of the Annunciation is a test of wills. It was a test of will for Mary and Joseph and everyone close to them. How can they accept the birth of one when Mary and Joseph were still to be married? But with God, nothing is impossible. His will should be enough assurance of His presence and guidance. Both passed the test. Aware of the consequences, Mary and Joseph abided with the will of God. Later, the very Son who will be born also would show this attitude. Jesus obeyed His Father even unto death.
This feast is a reminder to us of the importance of following God’s will. It is His will which should prevail more than anyone’s will. God knows the best for us. Just like Jesus, Mary, and Joseph, following of God’s will even when we think otherwise, should prevail.
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