Your Faith Has Saved You: The Power of Encountering Jesus

Today’s Homily reflects on the Gospel of the ten lepers and the Samaritan . . .

. . . who returned to thank Jesus. Building on last week’s theme, “Lord, increase our faith,” it emphasizes that true faith is not about quantity but about a living, personal relationship with Christ.

Blessings and Answered Prayers are not Ends in Themselves

The lepers shared suffering represents our shared human weakness and need for God’s mercy. Only one, the Samaritan, moves beyond gratitude to a deeper encounter with Jesus . . . he no longer stands at a distance but falls at His feet. The message is that blessings and answered prayers are not ends in themselves; they are meant to lead us to a real encounter with Christ and transformation in Him.

True salvation comes not merely from receiving God’s gifts but from drawing near to Him in faith, gratitude, and love. We are called to let our faith move us to mercy, forgiveness, and love for one another, allowing Christ to shape our lives.

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Your Faith Has Saved You: The Power of Encountering Jesus
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Art Work

Jesus Christ: German Artist and Painter: Heinrich Hoffman: 1894

Oil painting currently resides in The Riverside Church, New York City.
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Gospel Reading: Luke 17: 11-19
First Reading: 2 Kings 5: 14-17
Second Reading: 2 Timothy 2: 8-13