ALL YOU NEED TO DO IS TO DAILY WALK WITH CHRIST OUR SAVIOR AND DO HIS WILL

 





Tuesday of the 4th week of Lent


Ezekiel 47:1-9,​12

Psalm 45(46):2-3,5-6,8-9ab

John 5:1-3,​5-16



In the first reading, we find the Prophet Ezekiel encountering a powerful vision of water flowing from the Sanctuary. Ezekiel is guided to wade into the water, which varies in depth—from his ankles to his knees and eventually to a point where he can no longer walk through but must swim. This symbolizes our journey of faith—just as Ezekiel had to find his way through different depths, our spiritual growth is gradual. We are invited to dive deeper into our faith each day. 




Today’s gospel reading shares a story about experiencing God’s healing power at the pool of Bethesda, a well-known site where many gathered in hopes of being healed. People believed that when the water stirred, the first person to enter would be healed of their illness. This was a common belief, and many relied on this method for healing. One man had been waiting by the pool in poor health for 38 years, which is a long time to suffer.



The Gospel of John also tells us that the waters of Bethesda were believed to hold special healing powers. However, there were many people with various ailments competing for the chance to be healed. In a beautiful turn of events, Jesus steps in and becomes a new source of healing—much like the waters of the pool—offering salvation without the need to race into the water first. Instead of helping the sick man into the pool, Jesus simply speaks words of healing, and the man is cured instantly.



Importantly, the Church provides us a modern equivalent of the pool at Bethesda—the Confessional, where through the Sacrament of Penance, we can seek healing for our spiritual struggles. Whatever challenges you face, remember that Jesus has the power to help you. Shift your mindset from thinking there is only one way to be healed to recognizing that God can work in many ways. You don't need anyone's approval to be successful or to receive blessings in life. 



Approach God confidently, seeking mercy and support in your time of need. Don’t limit your potential by waiting on others to make things happen for you. Jesus is always there to help. Let your faith immerse in the waters of Baptism; all you need is to believe in Jesus!



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