Second Monday of Ordinary Time

In the days when he was in the Flesh, he offered prayers and supplications with loud cries and tears to the one who was able to save him from death, and he was heard because of his reverence. Son though he was, he learned obedience from what he suffered; and when he was made perfect, he became the source of eternal salvation for all who obey him.

Prayers, reverence, and obedience are key to imitating Christ. Prayers are needed because they’re not only a means of expressing our faith and asking for God’s help, but also for opening our hearts to God’s Will and listening to His inspirations. We are also called to live reverential lives, respecting God in all His presences in our lives from the Eucharist to the image of God within every human being. Lastly, just like Jesus, we are asked to be obedient to God’s Will and to put it before our own selfish interests.

Do we pray to God as often as we should? Are we acting with reverence toward God and His image in others? Are we obedient to His commandments and willing to put His work before our own?

O Lord, help us to be prayerful, reverent, and obedient.

Amen.