Wednesday 22 October 2025 (Wednesday of the 29th Week in Ordinary Time)

 


📖 Readings


🧠 Simple Explanations

First Reading (Romans 6:12-18):
Paul tells us: don’t let sin boss you around (“Do not let sin reign in your mortal body…”). TheBibleSays.com+1 Since we are “dead to sin” in Christ (through baptism) and alive to God, our body-parts (hands, eyes, tongue, etc.) should not be weapons for sin, but instead tools for righteousness. Enduring Word+1
In Catechumen-terms: If you’ve accepted Christ, your old “slave to sin” contract is cancelled. Don’t let sin sneak back in via back-door habits.
Dark humour note: Think of sin like a grumpy ex who still has a key. Just because the lock is changed doesn’t mean you should invite them back for tea.

Psalm (Psalm 124):
This is a song of thanksgiving: “If the Lord had not been with us…” we would’ve been swallowed alive by our enemies. Catholic Online+1
Application: Remember where your help comes from—when you feel like you’re drowning in your own mess, the Lord isn’t just a float-ring, He’s the lifeboat.
Dark humour note: Picture yourself flailing in a swamp of your own making—and suddenly the Lord tosses you a rope. Don’t refuse because you’re embarrassed by muddy clothes.

Gospel (Luke 12:39-48):
Jesus uses a parable: a homeowner would have stayed alert if he knew when a burglar was coming. Likewise, you must be ready, because the “Son of Man” will come at an unexpected hour. USCCB+1
He then describes a steward who knows his master’s will but ignores it—and gets punished severely when the master suddenly shows up. Versus the steward who doesn’t know and acts less badly—but still gets punished (though less).
Application for both Catholics & Catechumens: In other words — you’ve been entrusted with plenty (faith, sacraments, community). How you respond matters. If you act like you’ve got all the time in the world (“Master’s delayed, let’s party!”), surprise! The master shows up early.
Dark humour note: It’s like the boss walking in after you said “Oh the meeting? I thought it was next week” — and everyone is in their pyjamas.

🙏 Practical Applications

  1. Examine your “members” (Paul’s term): how do your eyes, hands, tongue serve sin vs. God?

  2. Be alert and ready: Live not as if you’ve got endless time, but as someone who has to give account.

  3. Trust and thanksgiving: In moments of weakness (“I blew it again”), remember Psalm 124: “Our help is in the name of the Lord.”

  4. For catechumens: You are being prepared to receive and live the life of Christ. These readings remind you it’s not just believing—it’s living it.

  5. For Catholics: You’ve received. Now, live correspondingly. The gospel warns: “to whom much is given, much will be required.” fralfonse.blogspot.com+1

🎯 Summary Thought

God doesn’t just save you and leave you lounging in sin-hammocks. He rescues you and calls you into vigilant love. The home might be peaceful, but the master could walk in at any moment. So clean up, stay awake—and don’t act like you’ve got the key to chaos.


🙏 Reflection Prayer — “Stay Awake, Lord!”

Lord Jesus,
You know I’m often more alert for phone notifications than for Your coming.
Help me to stay awake — not just with coffee, but with faith that’s alive.

Teach me to use my hands for service,
my mouth for kindness,
and my heart for mercy — not for gossip, laziness, or grumbling.

When sin comes knocking like a bad ex who won’t move on,
remind me that I belong to You now.
Give me courage to lock that door and throw away the spare key.

Thank You for rescuing me when I nearly drown in my own foolishness.
Help me to live ready —
so that whenever You show up,
You’ll find me smiling, not scrambling for excuses.

Amen.

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