The Bible today speaks of denial. Denial is a
harrowing event, and Jesus himself had experienced how Peter denied Him three
times before the rooster crowed. Many reasons make people who are close to us,
commit betrayal. Maybe at that time he felt pressured like the apostle Peter
and the only way is to deny. Feelings of guilt usually come later after denial.
Jesus set us a good example when Peter denied Him. Though felt so hurt, Jesus forgave him and
even gave the keys of the kingdom of heaven to Peter. Are we able to follow
Jesus' example?
"Everyone who acknowledges Me before men, the Son
of Man will also acknowledge him before the angel of God." Blessed are we
when we always confess Jesus with faith. God expects our confession to be
sincere and full of faith and animate our deeds. Confession without action is
meaningless. Show the world that we are Christ's brothers and sisters. Whenever
we experience difficulties, face it with a smile and full of faith in God.
Blasphemy against the Holy Spirit is a sin that cannot be forgiven, and the
consequences are significant, no place to rest in heaven. God is very loyal to
His people. Even though He is often betrayed, often hurt by various sins committed
by humans, He remains faithful, still waiting for His children to come home and
lie on His lap. Let us learn to be faithful to God, faithful to do good deeds,
faithful to meditate on the Word of God, devoted to each vocation of life, and
many other types of faithfulness. At the time He has appointed, our faith will
be rewarded by eternal life. Peace to all of you. Have a blessed weekend.
By Sr. YantiPurnawati, SFSC.
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