April 9, 2025 Wednesday of the Fifth Week of Lent
Daily Readings: Daniel 3 : 14 -20, 91-92, 95; John 8 : 31-42
The unwavering faith of three men who faced immense pressure to conform to the king’s decree is the central lesson of today’s first reading. It is also a powerful reminder of God’s assurance—His presence and deliverance from evil. The Gospel of the day challenges us to go deeper in understanding true freedom, which is marked by steadfastness.
These three men chose to obey God rather than the king, even though it meant defying a powerful ruler. Their obedience and loyalty to God took precedence over their fear of death. This forcefully reinforces the truth that when circumstances seem impossible, God will undoubtedly intervene in ways beyond our comprehension. It invites us to remain resolute in our faith, even in the most arduous situations.
Jesus emphatically reveals the meaning of true discipleship in His discourse with the Pharisees. Remaining faithful to His words and surrendering to God’s will—by aligning our lives with His ways—is what is expected of a true Christian. Let us, then, abide in God’s love by living according to His words: “If you continue in my word, you are truly my disciples” (John 8:31).
Call to Action for Catholic Living:
- Stand firm and remember: God is with you (Emmanuel). He has a purpose for all your struggles, sufferings, and tribulations.
- Let go of your desires and attachments; submit yourself to God’s plan.
- Ultimately, by knowing and living in the truth, you will experience the freedom that comes from Jesus.
Radio Veritas Asia (RVA), a media platform of the Catholic Church, aims to share Christ. RVA started in 1969 as a continental Catholic radio station to serve Asian countries in their respective local language, thus earning the tag “the Voice of Asian Christianity.” Responding to the emerging context, RVA embraced media platforms to connect with the global Asian audience via its 21 language websites and various social media platforms.
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