May 16, 2025, John 14:1-6
https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/051625.cfm
Before GPS
Often, someone calls who is dying or needs a Sacrament and can’t attend church. I am so thankful for GPS when I get into the car. However, before GPS, finding that house could be difficult. When I got lost, I would ask someone for directions. Sometimes, if the person were driving, they would say, “Follow me.” Was that ever comforting? I didn’t have to slow down to read the street signs.
When I was lost, I thanked God for the person who stopped what they were doing and showed me the way, and they drove me right to the house. And today, I thank God for the person who invented GPS and made it available, even on our cell phones. But above all, I thank God for Jesus, who not only shows us the way but also walks with us, ensuring we are never truly lost.
“Follow Me.” I can envision Jesus in His Jeep approaching me and saying, “Hey friend, you seem to be lost. Do you need some direction to where you are going?” I respond, “Well, that’s funny; I don’t know where I am going. But I do know I want to get out of this mess. You could say that I am lost.” In that moment, I felt a deep sense of trust in His guidance, knowing that He would lead me to safety.
Sometimes, we get lost in life. The neat thing about Jesus is that He has the only GPS in the universe for LIFE, to live abundantly. He knows where we are going because He has already been there, so he can get us there, too. Traditionally, we call it eternal life—yes, life after we die, but also the life of Jesus in us today.
When I follow Jesus, I can sit back and let Him take the lead. The road He is on is called “Peace.” I know I am following Him when my heart is at peace. This peace, this serenity, is a testament to His guidance and the comfort He provides. Should I get lost again, Jesus said in the Gospel, “Do not let your hearts be troubled. You have faith in God; have faith also in me.”
Gospel Challenge:
So, pray, my friend, ‘O Jesus, I surrender myself to you (following Jesus); take care of everything.’ It’s an enormous trust, but Jesus is faithful, and he not only knows the way. Jesus is the Way!
Love One Another!
Fr. Rick Pilger, IC
www.bscchurch.com
Father Rick’s Two Minute Homily for Friday, 4th Week in Easter
May 16, 2025, John 14:1-6
https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/051625.cfm
Before GPS
Often, someone calls who is dying or needs a Sacrament and can’t attend church. I am so thankful for GPS when I get into the car. However, before GPS, finding that house could be difficult. When I got lost, I would ask someone for directions. Sometimes, if the person were driving, they would say, “Follow me.” Was that ever comforting? I didn’t have to slow down to read the street signs.
When I was lost, I thanked God for the person who stopped what they were doing and showed me the way, and they drove me right to the house. And today, I thank God for the person who invented GPS and made it available, even on our cell phones. But above all, I thank God for Jesus, who not only shows us the way but also walks with us, ensuring we are never truly lost.
“Follow Me.” I can envision Jesus in His Jeep approaching me and saying, “Hey friend, you seem to be lost. Do you need some direction to where you are going?” I respond, “Well, that’s funny; I don’t know where I am going. But I do know I want to get out of this mess. You could say that I am lost.” In that moment, I felt a deep sense of trust in His guidance, knowing that He would lead me to safety.
Sometimes, we get lost in life. The neat thing about Jesus is that He has the only GPS in the universe for LIFE, to live abundantly. He knows where we are going because He has already been there, so he can get us there, too. Traditionally, we call it eternal life—yes, life after we die, but also the life of Jesus in us today.
When I follow Jesus, I can sit back and let Him take the lead. The road He is on is called “Peace.” I know I am following Him when my heart is at peace. This peace, this serenity, is a testament to His guidance and the comfort He provides. Should I get lost again, Jesus said in the Gospel, “Do not let your hearts be troubled. You have faith in God; have faith also in me.”
Gospel Challenge:
So, pray, my friend, ‘O Jesus, I surrender myself to you (following Jesus); take care of everything.’ It’s an enormous trust, but Jesus is faithful, and he not only knows the way. Jesus is the Way!
Love One Another!
Fr. Rick Pilger, IC
www.bscchurch.com
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