May 06, 2025 Tuesday of the Third Week of Easter
Daily Readings: Acts 4: 32-37; John 3: 7b-15
The first reading today is a powerful reminder of the cost of discipleship. Stephen’s boldness in proclaiming the truth, even in the face of death, challenges us to ask: How courageous are we in living out our faith? Stephen accuses the religious leaders of being stiff-necked and uncircumcised in heart, highlighting their refusal to submit to God.
Stephen’s life and death mirror Christ’s own. He looks up to heaven, prays for his executioners, forgives them, and commits his spirit to God. His death marks a turning point for the service and mission to the Gentiles. His story reminds us that faithfulness often invites opposition but opens doors for transformation, as seen in the eventual conversion of Saul, who stands as a witness to Stephen’s martyrdom.
How do you respond to opposition — with anger or with love? Let us, then, be open to the prompting of the Spirit, even when it leads us to uncomfortable truths.
In today’s Gospel, the crowd demands a sign: "What sign will you give us, so that we may see it and believe you?" (John 6:30).
True faith is not based on signs but on accepting the person of Jesus, who is the giver of life. He redirects them to understand that He is the true bread that satisfies those who seek Him.
They ask a pertinent question: "What must we do?" (John 6:28).
This shows their readiness to commit themselves to Christ’s ways.
The response from Jesus is: "This is the work of God, that you believe in Him whom He has sent" (John 6:29).
Still, their work-based mindset has not fully grasped the meaning of His words.
Hence, Jesus redefines their expectations, stating: "I am the bread of life. Whoever comes to me will never be hungry, and whoever believes in me will never be thirsty" (John 6:35).
Call to Action for Catholic Living:
- Like the Samaritan woman, do you have the heart to ask Jesus, "Give me this water, so that I may never be thirsty again" (John 4:15)?
- Are you ready to search for your Jesus who nourishes you with His love, grace, and truth?
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