Seeking Truth with Sincerity

May 08, 2025 Thursday of the Third Week of Easter
Daily Readings: Acts 8: 26-40; John 6: 44-51
 

The first reading presents a rich and powerful story of the encounter between Philip and the Ethiopian eunuch. In this encounter, we see divine guidance, evangelization, and the power of Scripture leading to inclusion into the community of faith. God directs Philip to a specific person at a specific time, and Philip responds immediately—taking a desert road. The eunuch, a sincere seeker of truth, is struggling to grasp the meaning of a passage from the book of Isaiah. Prompted by the Spirit, Philip approaches him and opens the Scriptures to him.

This is a clear indication that God often leads us into unexpected encounters. As a result of the eunuch’s joyful response, he receives baptism—a powerful sign that salvation is not limited by social status, race, or geography. Am I attentive to the promptings of the Spirit, even when they lead me down unfamiliar paths?

The Gospel passage today is part of Jesus’ Bread of Life discourse, where He reveals profound truths about salvation and His sacrificial mission. “No one can come to me unless the Father draws him” (John 6:44) emphasizes that salvation begins with God’s grace, not human effort. Our faith is our total response to His divine call. Jesus, the Bread of Life, offers His very self so we may experience deeper communion with Him. The Eucharist, where Christ feeds us with Himself, poses a challenge today: Do you hunger for Him as you do for daily bread? Do you allow yourself to be drawn by the Father into deeper intimacy with Christ?

Call to Action for Catholic Living:

• Be aware that faith is a gift initiated by God’s loving grace.
• Help others encounter Christ through Scripture, with simplicity and clarity.