Thursday, February 4, 2016

February 4 - Homily for Today

+ It is a very touching scene we have today in the first reading between King David, and his son, Solomon. David knows that he is dying and like any good father wants to pass on the good things that he has accomplished to his son. But David has something to give his son that no other father could: “You shall always have someone of your line on the throne of Israel.” This is quite the legacy. David knew that he has an everlasting kingship, and that he has a great treasure to pass on to Solomon.

That promise comes true today as Jesus, who is a Son of David, and descendant of him and Solomon, both, sends forth the Twelve to preach repentance, drive out demons, and cure the sick. In the authority that Jesus gives them, the Son of David’s sovereignty remains firmly established.

By our baptism we are connected to that royal family of David, Solomon, Jesus and the Twelve. We too have a mission to make a difference in the lives of people we will meet this day: we have the blessed assurance that what we have is ancient, God-sent, and associated with the promise of eternal life.

The kingdom of God is at hand; repent, all of you, and believe in the Gospel and you shall be saved.


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