Tuesday of Week 6 in Ordinary Time
First Reading
James 1:12–18
James draws a clear distinction: temptation does not originate from God. Human desires, when unchecked, lead to sin. Yet every authentic good comes from God, the unchanging “Father of lights.” The Catechism teaches that God never causes moral evil but permits freedom so love can exist (CCC 311, 1730).
This reading encourages responsibility while affirming God’s consistent goodness.
Responsorial Psalm
Psalm 93(94):12–15,18–19
The psalm celebrates God’s faithful support in difficulty. Divine correction is not rejection but formation. Trusting God’s law leads to stability and consolation.
The Church affirms that God’s guidance ultimately directs believers toward peace and flourishing (CCC 1828).
Gospel
Mark 8:14–21
Despite witnessing miracles, the disciples worry about bread. Jesus points to their lack of perception: spiritual blindness often persists even after encountering grace.
The Catechism emphasises that faith involves ongoing conversion of heart and mind (CCC 1430–1431).
Reflection (Extended)
Today’s readings revolve around perception and trust. James reminds believers to distinguish between temptation arising from human weakness and goodness flowing from God. This clarity protects faith from misunderstanding God’s character.
The Gospel illustrates how easily anxiety obscures memory of grace. The disciples had witnessed abundance, yet still feared scarcity. This pattern remains familiar: believers often forget past providence when facing new uncertainty.
Faith deepens through attentive remembrance. Recognising God’s consistent presence fosters confidence rather than fear. Mature spirituality involves learning to see beyond immediate concerns toward enduring divine faithfulness.
One line to carry today
Look for God’s grace before worrying about what’s missing.
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