God is God of Impossible!

 

16th Week: Ordinary Time, Monday

Year One

Ex 14:15-18

Meditation

God is God of Impossible!

The Israel were chased by Pharaoh. They were afraid that they would die in wilderness. They thought it would have been better to be in the service of the Egyptians. The Israel cry to God and question him. Moses told the people to move forward. They moved forward towards redsea. As they reached red sea, Moses stretched out his hand with his staff on the sea and it parted into two as for Israel to walk on the dry land.

It was a wonder and moment of thanking God for the army of Pharaoh was marching on to them. The Lord works wonders in the right moment in the history of the people of Israel. Crossing a sea is impossible with all their belongings and Lord lets the pass through the red sea a wonder the people of Israel could never forget.  The impossible events are remembered for ages and by generations. The works of the Lord are to be wondered.

Do we believe that our God is God of Impossible?

Year Two

Mic 6:1-4, 6-8

God reminds His people of His , liberation, guidance, protection. It’s not just history; it's a call to remember that relationship with God is grounded in trust and gratitude. Too often, we forget how God has walked with us through trials. Reflection on our past can reorient our faith in the present.

God's expectations in all of Scripture: Do justice: Live in fairness, advocate for the oppressed, make things right.  Love kindness (mercy): Show compassion not because it's easy but because it's who God is. Walk humbly: Stay close to God, aware of your need for Him, not puffed up with pride.  t’s not about grand gestures—it’s about daily, faithful living.

 How can I live out justice, kindness, and humility today?

Mt 12:38-42

He answered, “A wicked and adulterous generation asks for a sign! But none will be given it except the sign of the prophet Jonah. (Mt 12:39)

We look for sign in our lives. Sign is an indication to assure us of certainty.  Some keep on looking for signs but they are not contented. It is because they lack credence in the Lord. The people of that time were looking for a sign from the Lord.  They were not satisfied with signs he performed. Their hearts were hardened and eyes were not able view signs that the Lord worked among them. Those who have no faith in the Lord no sign will explain the wonders of the Lord.

The ultimate sign that Lord leaves with his people is the sign of Jonah. We know Jonah was in the belly of the fish for three days. In the same way the Son of Man will be in the womb of the earth for three days; but he will rise again to die no more.  The sign of everlasting life.  We long to live and die no more and Jesus has accomplished it and so we do by our faith in Him.

Am I able to see the signs and wonders of God in my life?

Fr Putti Anthaiah sdb

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