Homily (Reflection) for Saturday of the
Second Week of Easter (9th April, 2016) on the Gospel
Acts 6:1-7;
Ps 32:1-2.4-5.18-19. (R. v. 22);Jn 6:16-21.
Topic: Do nothing without Jesus.
In today’s gospel, Jesus’ disciples left Him on the mountain
and started across the sea to Capernaum. It was dark and the wind made the sea
to be rough for them. They were terrified when they saw Jesus coming towards
them walking on the sea after they had rowed about three or four miles. He said
to them, “It is I; do not be afraid.”
It is very easy to conclude that the sea became rough for
Jesus’ disciples as a result of the wind that was blowing. It is necessary to look
beyond this.
The gospel also tells us that it was dark. And Jesus tells us,
“I am the light of the world; he who follows me will not walk in darkness, but
will have the light of life” (Jn 8:12).
Again, everything obeys Jesus not excluding the wind and the sea, cf. Mk 4:41; Matt 8:27; Lk 8:25. Based on
these, it is evident that their primarily problem was their leaving Jesus on
the mountain while crossing the sea. Hence, the wind and the sea could not obey
them. We must also remember His words, “I am the vine, you are the branches. He
who abides in me, and I in him, he it is that bears much fruit, for apart from
me you can do nothing” (Jn 15:5).
How often do we remember to involve Jesus as we embark on
everything? Sometimes, some only remember Him when things are really bad. Whoever
wants his/her journey to be truly assured must involve Jesus from its very beginning
to its very end. He is ever ready to help us.
Bible Reading: Jn 15:1-17.
Thought for today: Do everything with Jesus
Let us pray: Lord, help us always to know how
vulnerable we are without you – Amen.
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