Faith in the Resurrection (HOMILY FOR WEDNESDAY OF THE NINTH WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME, YEAR II (ST. BONIFACE - JUNE 05, 2024)
Faith in the Resurrection (HOMILY FOR WEDNESDAY OF THE NINTH WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME, YEAR II (ST. BONIFACE - JUNE 05, 2024) 2Tim.1:1-3.6-12; Ps.123; Mark 12:18-27 Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, Human nature is inherently driven by motivation, with the dual forces of reward and punishment steering our actions and decisions. This principle underpins the very fabric of law and order within society. When we transpose this concept onto the canvas of Christian faith, we find that the hope of heaven and the fear of hell are powerful motivators for believers. Yet, the discourse on heaven and hell hinges on the pivotal doctrine of resurrection. Our comprehension of eternity profoundly shapes our earthly existence. In the Gospel today, we encounter the Sadducees, who challenge the concept of resurrection with a hypothetical dilemma, hoping to undermine its credibility. However, the absence of resurrection would render life a finite journey, culminating in the grave, stripping us of the impe...