Monday of the Third Week in Ordinary Time (1/23/23)

 Reflection

A common theme in Hebrews 9:15, 24-28 and Mark 3:22-30 is the concept of Jesus as the mediator of salvation. In Hebrews 9:15, we read that Jesus is the mediator of a new covenant, which brings eternal salvation to all who believe in him. Hebrews 9:24-28 goes on to explain that through Jesus' sacrifice, once for all, sins can be taken away, and believers can enter into the presence of God with confidence.

In Mark 3:22-30, the religious leaders accuse Jesus of being possessed by Satan. However, Jesus explains that those who accuse him of being possessed by Satan are actually opposing God's work. This passage highlights the importance of understanding and accepting Jesus as the only mediator between God and humanity.

The Catechism of the Catholic Church teaches that Jesus is the only mediator between God and humanity, and that through him alone can we have eternal salvation. It also teaches that the new covenant established by Jesus Christ is the definitive and eternal covenant between God and humanity. Through the sacrifice of Jesus, we have been reconciled to God and have been given the gift of eternal life.

In conclusion, these passages remind us of the centrality of Jesus as the mediator of salvation. It is only through Jesus that we can have eternal salvation, and it is essential to understand and accept him as the only mediator between God and humanity. As Catholics, we must recognize the power of Christ's sacrifice to take away our sins and bring us into a right relationship with God. We must also remember that the rejection of Jesus as the mediator of salvation is opposing God's plan.

Haiku

Jesus, mediator
New covenant salvation
Eternal life awaits

Limerick

There once was a new covenant
That brought salvation, that's evident
Jesus was the one
Who made it all done
And now our sins are all repent.

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