It is I

“At once Jesus spoke to them, ‘Take courage, it is I; do not be afraid.’” (Mt 14: 27)

God revealed His name as “I am who I am.” The only One who just IS; always and everywhere as a true God. Today Our Lord reminds us to take courage: “it is I”—literally, I am. Today, like everyday, He will take care of us, He will be with us and He will protect us. Why? Because He IS Our Lord.

“Look to your covenant, O Lord, and forget not the life of your poor ones for ever. Arise, O God, and defend your cause, and forget not the cries of those who seek you.” (Entrance Antiphon)