I have chosen you out of the world

I have chosen you out of the world

**media[13982]**REFLECTIONS TODAYOne of the realities of Christian discipleship is the experience of suffering and persecution. Why? Because the disciples cannot be greater than their master: “If the world hates you, realize that it hated me first” (v 18). But there is deeper reason according to Jesus: the disciples do not belong to the world, that is, they are not identified to the “fleshly principles” of ambition, power, and vain pleasures of …

Gospel: “You do not belong to the world, for I chose you out of the world” (Jn 15:18-21) Published on 05/24/2025 at 08:00 Zen Reading Acclamation: (Col 3:1) Alleluia. Alleluia. If you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Alleluia. Gospel of Jesus Christ according to Saint John At that time, Jesus said to his disciples: “If the world hates you, know that it hated me first.…

Saturday May 24th: In real good company

“If the world hates you, you must realize that it hated me before it hated you.” John 15:18-21 It ent easy to know that you standing up for truth, embracing your Christian values, acting out of the courage of your convictions, even though it may be unpopular, and you getting hit left, right and centre. That ever happen to you, in your workplace, in your family, in your community and even in your church? Well, there’s nothing new under the sun. I…