15th Sunday in Ord. Time/Homily for July 13. 2025/ Year C

Readings: Deuteronomy 30: 10-14; Psalm 69: 14, 17, 30-31, 33-34, 36, 37; Colossians 1: 15-20; Luke 10: 25-37
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#The_readings_for_the_15th_Sunday_in_Ordinary_Time year C, invite us to reflect deeply on the power of God's Word, the importance of compassion, and our shared responsibility to love one another with sincerity and selflessness.
In the first reading from Deuteronomy, Moses speaks to the people, assuring them that God's commandments are not distant or unattainable. They are "very near to you," echoing the idea that the path to life and blessing is accessible to all of us. The challenge, however, lies in our response—choosing to embrace the life God offers.
The psalmist expresses a longing for salvation and deliverance, reminding us that in our struggles, we must reach out to God. We are called to recognize our dependency on Him and seek His help in our times of need. This reinforces the message from Deuteronomy: God is close, ready to guide us through our storms.
In the second reading, Paul speaks of Christ as the image of the invisible God, through whom all things were created. This passage emphasizes the profound connection we share with Christ; He is central to our lives and to creation itself. Our understanding of love and compassion must flow from our relationship with Him, who demonstrated ultimate love through His In the Gospel of Luke, we hear #the_parable_of_the_Good_Samaritan. Here, Jesus challenges us to expand our definition of neighbor and to act with mercy and compassion, especially towards those who are suffering. The lawyer, though knowledgeable of the law, is reminded that true love is expressed through action, not mere words or legalistic adherence. In this story, we see the heart of God—He does not want us to just know His commandments, but to live them through acts of kindness and mercy.
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