Thursday within the 24th week Year C. 1 Tim 4:12-16; Luke 7:36-50
The power of tears in prayer
The sinful woman of the city bathed the feet of Christ with tears. In the Bible, tears are a powerful expression of faith, repentance, and deep trust in God who alone can save. The sinful woman in today's Gospel expresses her genuine love and hope in Christ. She uses an alabaster flask of ointment, kisses Christ's feet, and wipes them with her hair. In Christ's feet, she finds security, and through her tears, she receives Christ's healing, transformation, purification, and forgiveness. Our tears of trust connect us to God, who himself wept in sorrow and empathy for our sins. Let's always remember that God will wipe away all tears (Rev 21:4).
Lord Jesus, receive tears today and transform my mourning into dancing!
Fr. Georges sac
Jesus I trust in you!