HOMILY OF THE 2ND FRIDAY IN THE LENT — YEAR A
HOMILY OF THE 2ND FRIDAY IN THE LENT — YEAR A
HOMILY THEME: JUSTICE AND JUDGEMENT SHALL PREVAIL IN THE END
BY: Fr. Isaac Awe
Genesis 37:3-4,12-13,17-28, Psalm 104:16-21, Matthew 21:33-43,45-46
Jesus foretold both his death and his ultimate triumph. He knew he would be rejected and be killed, but he also knew that would not be the end. After rejection would come glory — the glory of resurrection and ascension to the right hand of the Father. The Lord blesses his people today with the gift of his kingdom.
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Why did Jesus’ story about wicked tenants cause offense to the scribes and Pharisees? It contained both a prophetic message and a warning. Isaiah had spoken of the house of Israel as “the vineyard of the Lord” (Isaiah 5:7). Jesus’ listeners would likely understand this parable as referring to God’s dealing with a stubborn and rebellious people.
What is the point of the parable of the vineyard? This parable speaks to us today as well. It richly conveys some important truths about God and the way he deals with his people. First, it tells us of God’s generosity and trust. The vineyard is well equipped with everything the tenants need. The owner went away and left the vineyard in the hands of the tenants. God, likewise trusts us enough to give us freedom to run life as we choose. This parable also tells us of God’s patience and justice. Not once, but many times he forgives the tenants of their debts. But while the tenants take advantage of the owner’s patience, his judgment and justice prevail in the end.
Reflection: Do we labor for the Lord with joyful hope and with confidence in his victory?
PRAYER: Thank you, Lord Jesus Christ, for all the benefits which you have given us; for all the pains and insults which you have borne for us. O most merciful redeemer, friend, and brother, may we know you more clearly, love you more dearly, and follow you more nearly, for our own sake.” (prayer of St. Richard of Chichester). Amen.
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