Wait for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ

“Keep yourselves in the love of God and wait for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ that leads to eternal life.” (JUDE 17: 21)

“The love of God” and “the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ” “leads to eternal life.” We have different obligations: “keep ourselves in the love of God,” “wait for the mercy,” and follow the lead. Both “keep,” “wait” and “leads” are verbs, but different activities are expected from us: action, patience and trust. Also we need to be in relationship within our families: action in love, patience and trust.

“Let the word of Christ dwell in your richly; giving thanks to God the Father through him.” (Gospel Acclamation)