Sunday Scripture - Reflection for March 17, 2024Scripture Reflection: March 17, 2024 -- 5th Sunday of Lent John 12: 20-23 As I began to reflect on this Gospel passage, I struggled to understand its meaning, which is necessary for reflection. After some additional reading, I came to learn what Jesus meant by “The hour has come for the Son of Man to be glorified.” The significance lies in “who” is asking to see him. It is the Gentiles. Jesus has learned that those He has preached to have indeed spread his word and that these Gentiles, non-Jews, have listened and now wish to come to know Him. Additionally, Jesus himself realizes that this event signals it is time for him to die so that others may gain life. He says, “Amen, amen, I say to you, unless a grain of wheat falls to the ground and dies, it remains just a grain of wheat; but if it dies, it produces much fruit.” This analogy I readily understood: By returning the wheat seed to the ground, it will multiply. It will allow others to live. Jesus is explaining that he must die to allow us to live and flourish by putting our trust in Him. We are called to be renewed and to flourish in our faith as we follow these Gospel truths. Carol Landry Journey Theresians Austin, TX
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Aline Martin
3/25/2024 06:17:50 pm
This reflection is lovely and the accompanying photo is beautiful.
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