Gospel: Mark 1:21-28
They went into the town of Capernaum and Jesus taught in the synagogue on the Sabbath day. The people were astonished at the way he taught, for he spoke as one having authority, and not like the teachers of the law.
It happened that, a man with an evil spirit was in their synagogue, and he shouted, “What do you want with us, Jesus of Nazareth? Have you come to destroy us? I know who you are: you are the Holy One of God.” Then Jesus faced him and said with authority, “Be silent, and come out of this man!” The evil spirit shook the man violently and, with a loud shriek, came out of him.
All the people were astonished, and they wondered, “What is this? With what authority he preaches! He even gives orders to evil spirits and they obey him!” And Jesus’ fame spread throughout all the country of Galilee.
Reflection:
Read the Bible and reflect on it.
Not everyone who recognizes God is truly of God. Even the devils know and obey Jesus. This serves as a reminder that mere knowledge of God does not necessarily translate into faith. Through constancy in prayer, we can develop a more profound familiarity with Christ and express our fidelity through joyful and loving obedience. Let us cultivate the habit of nourishing our faith with the living word of God by reading the Bible and reflecting on it. May we allow the power of Jesus to transform our hearts so we can grow in profound faith and trust.
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