God's Saving Moments

   

  Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary

15 August 2022 

 

First Reading: Rv 11:19a; 12:1-6a, 10ab

Responsorial Psalm: Ps 45:10, 11, 12, 16

Second Reading: 1 Cor 15:20-27

Gospel: Lk 1:39-56

 

Reflection

By: Grace Madrinan

 

"My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord;

my spirit rejoices in God my Saviour

for he has looked with favour on his lowly servant.

From this day all generations will call me blessed:

the Almighty has done great things for me and holy is His Name." - Luke 1:46-49

When was the last time you felt so much gratitude that you glorified God and exclaimed an unending hymn of praises?

Reading the Gospel today reminded me of a similar experience. It was sixteen years ago but still I remember it as if it was only yesterday. I received the news that I got accepted in another role for a different department I applied for. After working for the same thankless job for eight years, I felt redeemed and liberated. I learned from my new manager that the role was a promotion and that I need to travel to the US frequently for the job. I only asked God to be moved to another department, but God granted me more.

There are still other instances when God lifted me to praise and each time felt like I'm floating and singing. Nothing but gratitude for all the graces He bestowed upon me. He has seen me through all my tears and my quiet struggles.

How about you? Can you recall God's saving moments? He has redeemed you before and He will do it again.

Prayer

Father, we are truly elated for Your unending blessings! Teach us to be truly grateful, living a life worthy of Your grace. In Jesus' Name, we pray. Amen.