Presentation of the Lord Feast
Also Read: Mass Readings for 02 February 2025
First Reading: Malachi 3: 1-4
Then the offering of Judah and Jerusalem will be pleasing to the Lord as in the days of old and as in former years. (4)
The Lord allows certain things to occur in our lives so that we learn to be molded into the children he wants us to be!
According to the description of the refining process, the Refiner knows that the silver is pure by seeing its unmistakably pure glowing light. The Lord knows the potential of the Light within us and he provides us opportunities to be refined! We Praise and Thank Him for this great blessing. Let us become aware of the times when we are being refined and reform our ways. Let our minds be conformed to the Word of God. Let us believe the truth he says about us and not be deceived by the lies of the devil. Once we are refined our offerings will be acceptable to our Lord God, Father of us all.
In Jesus’ name, Amen!
Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 24: 7, 8, 9, 10
Lift up your heads, O gates! and be lifted up, O ancient doors! that the King of glory may come in. Who is this King of glory The Lord of hosts, he is the King of glory.
Amen!
Second Reading: Hebrews 2: 14-18
Because he himself was tested by what he suffered, he is able to help those who are being tested. (18)
On this day of the Presentation of Our Lord, we are reminded by the Church that Jesus Christ came into our midst, humbly and redeemed us at the point of our lowest weakness! He chose to suffer and die on the Cross so that HE may not lose even a single one of us!
We ask the Lord to help us as we go through our lives. Let us always turn to him for spiritual discernment so that the silver within us may shine for us and for those around us. We have a God who has already experienced the trials that we may face today. Our greatest advocate before God is Jesus Christ, let us walk by faith and hope in Him!
Amen!
Alleluia: Luke 2: 32
Alleluia, Alleluia!
My eyes have seen your salvation, which you have prepared in the presence of all peoples, a light for revelation to the Gentiles and for glory to your people Israel.”
Alleluia!
Gospel: Luke 2: 22-40
Simeon took him in his arms and praised God, saying, “Master, now you are dismissing your servant in peace, According to your word. (28-29)
Simeon was righteous, devout, and looking forward to the Christ’s coming. Being led by the Holy Spirit he reached the temple at the opportune time to witness His presentation. He held the Baby Lord in his arms and glorified the Lord God!
If we choose to turn our minds every time to our Lord, we too will be able to cradle the Baby Lord in our arms. Every time we are tempted, let us keep repeating scripture. Every time we face a tough situation let us use the gift of tongues internally (and audibly if we can)! Let us practice our faith while on the move and we will receive discernment to guide our steps. Let us enter the Lord’s temple, like Simeon, and Proclaim his glory day by day!
In Jesus’ name, Amen!