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Sunday, February 24, 2008, Third Sunday of Lent
Exodus 17:3-7, Romans 5:1-2, 5-8, Psalm 95, John 4:5-42
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MASS-EVANGELIZATION
"Through His own spoken word many more came to faith." —John 4:41
Jesus stayed in a Samaritan town for two days and dramatically transformed
that town. Many people believed in Jesus "on the strength" of the
Samaritan woman's word and "many more came to faith" through Jesus' own
spoken word (Jn 4:39, 41). Jesus wants to convert not only individuals but
whole cities, countries, races, populations, businesses, schools, and
neighborhoods.
This is difficult for us in the USA to believe. We don't even see many
individuals converted, let alone towns, villages, or countries.
Nevertheless, 120,000 Ninevites repented in one day (Jon 4:11). A second
Samaritan town was converted to the Lord at the preaching of the apostles
(Acts 8:14ff). Three thousand people were baptized on the first Pentecost
(Acts 2:41). "All the inhabitants of Lydda and Sharon...were converted to
the Lord" (Acts 9:35).
Jesus has converted, is converting, and will convert large numbers to
Himself. In Africa and China today, it's common to see large numbers and
whole villages come to the Lord. We must walk by faith in His word and not
by our sight or our limited and limiting experience (see 2 Cor 5:7). We
must focus on God's sovereignty and grace and not on our problems or our
weaknesses. Jesus promised: "I — once I am lifted up from earth — will
draw all men to Myself" (Jn 12:32). Jesus is still doing this with all His
perfect love and awesome power.
Prayer: Father, give me the expectant faith of the early Church after
Pentecost.
Promise: "This hope will not leave us disappointed, because the love of
God has been poured out in our hearts through the Holy Spirit." —Rm 5:5
Praise: Praise Jesus, Who continues to draw all to Himself by His
irresistible love for us.
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Rescript: In accord with the "Code of Canon Law", I hereby grant my
permission to publish "One Bread, One Body" covering the period from
February 1, 2008 through March 31, 2008
†Reverend Joseph R. Binzer, Vicar General Archdiocese of Cincinnati,
August 14, 2007
The rescript is a declaration that a book or pamphlet is considered to be
free of doctrinal or moral error. It is not implied that those who have
granted ecclesial permission agree with the contents, opinions, or
statements expressed.
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