Fr. Jade Shares

Why would Jesus speak about the smallest seed and yeast in a big crowd. Know the "me" power! [Matthew 13:31-35, Monday of the 17th Week in the Ordinary Time]

Jesus knew what to do with at least 5000 people coming to him. He decided to challenge his apostles. What happened next amazed everyone. [ John 6:1-15, 17th Sunday in the Ordinary Time]

Which will God do first? Reward the good or punish the evil? Let's reflect on the Gospel today. [Matthew 13:24-30, Saturday of the 16th Week in the Ordinary Time]

Jesus explained the parable of the sower and pointed out the sad fates of the first three seeds. What does it take to be a good soil that it made the seeds grew and bore fruits? [Matthew 13:18-23, Friday of the 16th Week in the Ordinary Time]

Mary Magdalene approached Jesus by herself in the house of Simon that surprised many. She again anointed the feet of Jesus days before the arrest. She came very early morning at Jesus' tomb on Easter day. Indeed, Mary Magdalene is a woman of initiative. [John 20:1-2, 11-18, Feast of Mary Magdalene]

The crowd was so big that Jesus had to use a boat, pushed it a bit farther from the shore and then preached. Jesus led them to see to what reason were they following him. Know yours in this episode. [Matthew 13:1-9, Wednesday of the 16th Week in the Ordinary Time]

Family is the beginning but not the end. When called by Mary, Jesus said, "Who is my mother?" Find out what Jesus meant by this reply. [Matthew 12:46-50, Tuesday of the 16th Week in the Ordinary Time]

More than Jonah and Solomon, Jesus, the Incarnated God Himself, has been preaching. The people especially tye scribes and pharisees failed to recognize that. [Matthew 12:38-42, Monday of the 16th Week in the Ordinary Time]

The disciples were tired and hungry but people keep on coming. What made Jesus to continue? [Mark 6:30-34, 16th Sunday in the Ordinary Time]

Jesus withdrew from a town upon learning that there was a serious threat to his life. Clearly, we need to retreat at times to move forward. [Matthew 12:14-21, Saturday of the 15th Week in the Ordinary Time]

This will explain Jesus' words, "I desire mercy not sacrifice." [Matthew 12:1-8, Friday of the 15th Week in the Ordinary Time]

Come to me all you who are burdened and I will give you rest, says the Lord. Wait! Don't stop there. The next statement will clear an important thing to us. [Matthew 11:28-30, Thursday of the 15th Week in the Ordinary Time]

What is wrong with the wise and the learned and what is it in the childlike on the other hand? Be the best student. [Matthew 11:25-27, Wednesday of the 15th Week in the Ordinary Time]

Ang ibig sabihin ba ng masayang buhay ay masaya din ang Diyos sa buhay mo? We have been used to think that problems are ways of God to call our attention. Listen and reflect. [Matthew 11:20-24, Tuesday of the 15th Week in the Ordinary Time]

It must be very difficult for the apostles to understand Jesus when he said, "I have come to bring not peace but the sword." Why did Jesus say that? [Matthew 10:34-11:1, Monday of the 15th Week in the Ordinary Time]

Jesus sent his apostles with the most important mission but strangely, he told them not to bring any provisions except for walking sticks and pairs of sandals. What do you think Jesus wanted to see in their mission? [Mark 6:7-13, 15th Sunday in the Ordinary Time]

Do not be afraid of those who can kill the body but cannot kill the soul; rather, be afraid of the one who can destroy both soul and body. Fear of the Lord is fear of losing Him who loves us the most. [Matthew 10:24-33, Saturday of the 14th Week in the Ordinary Time]

Jesus sent his disciples like sheep in the midst of wolves. Two important things will help in this mission - informed courage and ultimate loyalty to God. [Matthew 10:16-23, St. Ignatius Zhao Rong & Companions, Friday of the 14th Week in the Ordinary Time]

God wants the wonders of Kingdom in our lives. It is a pity if we do not welcome them. You may be inhospitable to them. Know how it happens. [Matthew 10:7-15, Thursday of the 14th Week in the Ordinary Time]

God has the best plan for us but He calls you and me. Do not fall into the fault of 'anonimity'. [Matthew 10:1-7, Wednesday of the 14th Week in the Ordinary Time]

The Gospel shows us two ways we see the world. We can either look at people the pharisee's way or Jesus' way. Let us listen and reflect. [Matthew 9:32-38, St. Maria Goretti, Tuesday of the 14th Week in the Ordinary Time]

The hemorrhaging woman and the official were in their worst time. They were desperate. Did they go for desperate means? Listen and reflect. [Matthew 9:18-26, Monday of the 14th Week in the Ordinary Time]

People from Jesus' hometown of Nazareth did not see much miracles. Know why. How can you see more of Jesus' power. Know how. [Mark 6:1-6, 14th Sunday in the Ordinary Time]

Doubting Thomas was a restless Thomas. His restlessness came to rest when he had a special encounter with Jesus to whom he immediately confessed, "my Lord and my God". [John 20:24-29, Feast of St. Thomas the Apostle]

It takes a lot of courage and confidence to say 'follow me'. Jesus started his ministry with these words. Let us reflect on what "follow me" means and demands. [ Matthew 9:9-13, Friday of the 13th Week in the Ordinary Time]