05 April 2025 - Only By Grace Reflections

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TOPIC: Am I ready to stand for Jesus and to defend the Gospel?

First Reading: Jeremiah 11: 18-20
Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 7: 2-3, 9bc-10, 11-12
Verse Before the Gospel: Luke 8: 15
Gospel: John 7: 40-53

Nicodemus, a member of the Pharisees, attempts to defend Jesus, reminding them that the law requires a hearing before condemnation, but his plea is rejected, and he is also dismissed. Nicodemus’ reaction was one of timidity. His heart told him to defend Jesus, but his head told him not to take the risk.

This passage invites us to reflect on our own capacity for open-mindedness and discernment. Are we willing to listen to others, even when they hold different views, or do we quickly dismiss them based on preconceived notions? Do we allow the words of Jesus to challenge our assumptions and to lead us to a deeper understanding of the truth?