Witness to the act of divine power

Author: Fr. Amala Gnana Prabhu Jesuraj
Every act of love emerges from God’s word
Reflection Date: February 10, 2025 Monday of the Fourth Week in Ordinary Time
Memorial of Saint Scholastica, Virgin
Daily Readings: Genesis 1:1-19; Mark 6:53-56

Genesis 1:1-19 invites us into the grand story of creation. God speaks the universe into existence, bringing order out of chaos and light out of darkness. Each day builds upon the last, revealing His intentional design and purpose. The repeated phrase, “And God saw that it was good,” affirms the inherent value of creation, culminating in humanity—made in His image and entrusted as stewards of this world.

In Mark 6:53-56, we witness another act of divine power. As Jesus arrives in Gennesaret, the people immediately recognize Him as their source of healing and hope. They bring the sick, reaching out in faith, believing that even touching His garment will restore them. Jesus does not disappoint—His very presence brings wholeness and life. This scene mirrors the work of creation itself: just as God spoke life into existence, Jesus now embodies that life, offering renewal and redemption.

Both passages reveal God’s transformative power—first in creation and then through Christ’s ministry. They remind us that our very existence is a testament to His love and creativity. As stewards of creation, we are called not only to appreciate its beauty but also to be agents of healing and hope in our communities.

These readings invite us to deepen our relationship with both the Creator and the Healer. We are called to embrace our role in God’s ongoing work, to reach out in faith, and to extend Christ’s healing touch to those in need. Every act of love and compassion continues His good work, bringing light, restoration, and hope to the world.

A Call to Action for Catholic Living: Let us embrace our role in God’s work—caring for creation, reaching out in faith, and bringing His healing and hope to those in need.