From Intimacy to Impact: Sharing the Divine Gift
“For the Souls in Purgatory – Eternal rest grant unto them O Lord”
John 3:16-17
God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, so that everyone who believes in him might not perish but might have eternal life. For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but that the world might be saved through him.
Grace Prayed For
The scripture passage prompts the reader to pray for the grace of profound gratitude and a courageous spirit, enabling them to fully embrace the reality of God’s self-giving love and to share this transformative message with authentic joy and unwavering commitment.
Reflection
Pause and let these words sink into the deepest chambers of your heart: “God so loved the world that he gave his only Son.” This isn’t just a theological statement; it’s the very heartbeat of the universe, a declaration of an audacious, relentless, and utterly personal love. God’s giving of Himself is not a transactional exchange, but an overflowing of infinite affection. He doesn’t hold back; He pours Himself out completely, offering us not just a path to life, but Himself – in the person of His Son, Jesus.
This incredible gift, this union with the Divine, is not a distant concept but a present reality. Through Christ, we are drawn into the very life of the Trinity – into the Father’s boundless love, the Son’s perfect obedience and self-giving, and the Holy Spirit’s indwelling presence that empowers and transforms us. This intimacy is a profound joy, a wellspring of peace, and the very essence of our being. To truly grasp this truth is to be forever changed, to realize that we are not merely recipients of salvation, but beloved participants in the divine dance of love.
And from this wellspring of intimacy flows our mission. “For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but that the world might be saved through him.” This is the invitation to join in the divine mission of love and salvation. Having received the immeasurable gift of God Himself, how can we not become channels of this same love to a world longing for hope and healing? Our encounters, every single one, become opportunities to reflect the radical generosity we have received. It’s not about judgment, but about illuminating the path to life, drawing others into the same transformative embrace we have experienced. Our lives, steeped in the reality of God’s self-giving love, become living testaments to His desire for all to be saved.
Announcing Jesus in Our Lives
Active Listening with Compassion: When someone shares their struggles, listen not just to their words, but for the deeper longing for connection and hope. Respond with empathy and, when appropriate, a gentle word about God’s unwavering love and presence.
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Sharing
Jesus last words on Earth were to his disciples, can be found in Matthew Chap 28 when Jesus told his disciples, “Then Jesus approached and said to them, “All power in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, until the end of the age.”
Jesus calls all of us to share in his redemptive mission here on Earth. I would ask you to share this Scripture reflection with your family, your friends and your acquaintances, and then share it with a couple of individuals that you may may not be comfortable sharing with, keeping in mind always the words of Jesus, And behold, I am with you always, until the end of the age
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