Jesus Was Made Known to Them
“Jesus was made known to them.” In other words, knowing God is first and foremost a gift from God. God gives us the freedom to accept God’s self-revelation. Nevertheless, knowing God is not the result of our quests or efforts.
The Scripture readings for this Sunday lists at least five ways that the Risen Christ continues to reveal himself to us.
From the 2nd Reading: (1) through God’s commandments
From the Gospel:
(2) in God’s words (“Jesus opened their minds to understand the Scriptures”)
(3) in the Eucharist (“Jesus was made known to the disciples in the breaking of bread”)
(4) in both miraculous and ordinary events and people of our daily life (The Risen Christ appeared to the disciples in his glorious presence. At the same time, he spoke to them, asked them for food, and ate the food they gave him. Similarly, the Risen Christ continues to be present to us in our communities, when we share meals and conversations, etc.)
From the 1st Reading:
(5) Peter quoted the prophets, “that Christ would suffer.” Consequently, today, we meet and have the opportunity to care for Christ in our suffering brothers and sisters.
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