Ord.Wk 6th: Monday 14th February, 2022 February 14, 2022

Reflection on the WORD

Spiritual Desolations: In today’s Gospel, Jesus was deeply distressed with the Pharisees who tried to test and trap Him in their discussion, by asking Him for a sign.  Ponder on, “When we try to ‘bargain’ with God and justify our lack of commitment in the living our faith, are we behaving like the Pharisees?.

Mark 8:11-13

The Pharisees came up and started a discussion with Jesus; they demanded of him a sign from heaven, to test him. 

And with a sigh that came straight from the heart he said, ‘Why does this generation demand a sign? I tell you solemnly, no sign shall be given to this generation.’ And, leaving them again, and re-embarking he went away to the opposite shore.

Today's Pointers on God's Word

As you read the passage what words, phases or meanings caught your attention?

  • •In today’s Gospel, Jesus refused to give the Pharisees any sign except that of Himself and the ultimate proof of His divinity by His resurrection.
  • •Jesus assures us of His divine presence will be with us until the end of time. He is present to us especially in His Word and in the Eucharist. 
  • •Are you looking for a sign from our Lord? Ponder on the truth of His presence in your heart, in His revealed Word and in the Eucharist.  Have a heart-to-heart talk with Him.