Daily Readings for June 13, 2017

1ST READING

Paul reminded the Corinthians of his God-given mandate to proclaim the Gospel. He expected the Corinthians to respect him as founder of their community. Paul is not after praise and honor — he just wanted the people of Corinth to listen to God’s wisdom. Paul tried to form them as disciples of Jesus and requested them to listen with their mind and heart to his words. We need people to lead us in our faith. Let us listen to the wisdom of others every chance we get.

2 Corinthians 1:18-22

18 Brothers and sisters: As God is faithful, our word to you is not “yes” and “no.” 19 For the Son of God, Jesus Christ, who was proclaimed to you by us, Silvanus and Timothy and me, was not “yes” and “no,” but “yes” has been in him. 20 For however many are the promises of God, their Yes is in him; therefore, the Amen from us also goes through him to God for glory. 21 But the one who gives us security with you in Christ and who anointed us is God; 22 he has also put his seal upon us and given the Spirit in our hearts as a first installment.

P S A L M

Psalm 119:129, 130, 131, 132, 133, 135

R: Lord, let your face shine on me.

129 Wonderful are your decrees; therefore I observe them. (R) 130 The revelation of your words sheds light, giving understanding to the simple. (R) 131 I gasp with open mouth in my yearning for your commands. (R) 132 Turn to me in pity as you turn to those who love your name. (R) 133 Steady my footsteps according to your promise, and let no iniquity rule over me. (R) 135 Let your countenance shine upon your servant, and teach me your statutes. (R)

GOSPEL

We Christians stand out in a crowd because we are witnesses of the Gospel. But non-Christians can do everything a Christian can do. However, it is how we do things that make others take notice. Christians will always act with love and mercy – virtues at the heart of the Gospel message.

GOSPEL ACCLAMATION

Let your light shine before others that they may see your good deeds and glorify your heavenly Father.

Matthew 5:13-16

13 Jesus said to his disciples: “You are the salt of the earth. But if salt loses its taste, with what can it be seasoned? It is no longer good for anything but to be thrown out and trampled underfoot. 14 You are the light of the world. A city set on a mountain cannot be hidden. 15 Nor do they light a lamp and then put it under a bushel basket; it is set on a lampstand, where it gives light to all in the house. 16 Just so, your light must shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your heavenly Father.”