Tuesday of Holy Week
John 13: 21-33, 36-38
Embracing Mercy
Every soul experiences moments of spiritual darkness—the dark night of the sinner. Yet, in the depths of our struggles, Jesus stands with open arms, ready to embrace us. This night of the sinner is temporary, a season of trial through which all must pass. Even Peter, beloved of Christ, stumbled in his faith, yet he found redemption through the mercy of the Lord. However, the night of the corrupt—such as that of Judas—is different. It is a night that shuts the heart away from God, a final rejection of grace.
When we fall into sin, we may feel lost, uncertain, or unworthy. But Christ’s mercy is greater than our failings. It is in the very recognition of our sins, in the humility of confession, that we encounter the crucified Christ, who forgives and renews us. St. Paul found his glory not in his righteousness but in Christ’s redeeming love for him, a sinner. Like Peter, who denied Jesus, we too experience moments of weakness. But just as Christ looked at Peter with tenderness, He gazes upon us with love, offering us the sweetness of His forgiveness.
Holy Week calls us to reflect on our lives and seek transformation.
Do not betray love. Like Judas, we sometimes live a double life, professing love yet acting with betrayal. We must strive for honesty and integrity, speaking truth rather than sowing discord.
In darkness, trust in God. Life brings moments of confusion and uncertainty, where we struggle to discern what is right. In these moments, let us cling to Christ, our guiding light.
Do not deny Him. While we may be close to God in times of comfort, we falter in trials. Let us remain steadfast in faith, trusting that God never abandons us.
May this Holy Week be a time of renewal, leading us from darkness into the light of Christ’s mercy.
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