In the Gospel it is written: And then they will see ‘the Son of Man coming in the clouds’ with great power and glory,
In those days, Elijah the prophet went to Zarephath. These words began our first reading today, and the introductory phrase, in those days, provides a context clue for us.
Which is the first of all the commandments? This question, posed to Jesus by a scribe in today’s Gospel, has us thinking that this might be another “test” by a learned Jewish scholar.
Today’s Gospel offers a beautiful story of encounter, healing, faith, and discipleship, and offers many insights and lessons.
The ambitious desires expressed by James and John in today’s Gospel probably take a different form in our hearts and minds depending on our personalities and experiences.
In the Hebrew Scriptures, wealth and possessions are seen as signs of God’s favor.
