Daily Reflections, October* *31, 2023. Rom 8:18-25; Ps* *125; Luke 13:18-21*

*Beyond suffering, Glory!*

No one can doubt the imminence of suffering in the world and in our lives, natural disasters, death, war, famine, pandemics, sometimes even incurable diseases. “We know well that the whole creation groans, it goes through the pains of childbirth which still lasts” (Rom 8:20). But only, like Jesus himself, we must remain confident. For beyond the cross there is resurrection, life, glory and eternal joy. This is the image of Psalm 125, “Those who sow in tears will reap in joy. » It is the glory of the kingdom of God which begins with the acceptance of the message of Christ, “the mustard seed” gradually builds and transforms our hearts, our lives, our families, our societies and our world.

Lord in the trial of suffering, give me the strength and courage to fix my eyes towards future glory. As a member of your Church, give me the grace to be the leaven of peace and love for the building of your kingdom.

Fr. Georges Roger BIDZOGO SAC