Wisdom 2:23—3:9
Psalm 34:2-3, 16-19
Luke 17:7-10
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"FOR ALL THE SAINTS"
"Grace and mercy are with His holy ones." —Wisdom 3:9
The Lord promises that the just who have died will “judge nations and rule over peoples” (Wis 3:8). Jesus said: “I give you My solemn word, in the new age when the Son of Man takes His seat upon a throne befitting His glory, you who have followed Me shall likewise take your places on twelve thrones to judge the twelve tribes of Israel” (Mt 19:28).
Jesus was enthroned at the right hand of the Father after His Ascension (Mk 16:19). We can rely on the saints in heaven “on whose constant intercession in [God’s] presence we rely for unfailing help” (Eucharistic prayer #3). The saints on earth can even do greater by far than Jesus did (Jn 14:12).
However, we have even greater opportunities to exercise our authority in Jesus’ name after we die. Because of His Resurrection victory, we do not lose but gain power after our death (see Mt 22:31-32). Therefore, we should earnestly seek the intercession and ministry of the saints in heaven even more than when they lived on earth (see Rv 5:8). The Lord has planned it this way. We please Him when we claim His victory over death by increasing openness to the ministry of those who have died in Him. “Saints of God, pray for us.”
Prayer: Lord, may I believe in the full Gospel and the full plan of salvation. May I accept all Your promises for my life.
Promise: "I will bless the Lord at all times; His praise shall be ever in my mouth." —Ps 34:2
Praise: St. Martin of Tours led his mother to Jesus and to membership in the Church shortly before she died.
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