First Reading - Acts 5:17-26
Gospel - John 3:16-21
There is one sentence in the Bible that captures the whole meaning of our faith, a sentence so simple yet so profound that it can change our lives if we truly believe it: “For God so loved the world…” This is the heart of everything—the love of God. And today, the Word of God invites us to reflect on this love and to decide how we respond to it.
In the Gospel, we hear these powerful words: God loved the world so much that He gave His only Son, so that everyone who believes in Him may not perish but have eternal life. This is not just a statement—it is a revelation of God’s heart. God does not love us from a distance; He enters into our world, gives Himself for us, and offers us life.
Jesus also makes something very clear: He did not come to condemn the world, but to save it. Yet, there is a choice to be made. Some choose the light, and others prefer darkness. Those who live in truth come into the light, while those who cling to sin avoid it.
In the first reading, we see the apostles imprisoned for preaching this very message. But during the night, an angel of the Lord frees them and tells them to go back to the temple and continue to proclaim “the words of this life.” Despite opposition and danger, they do not remain silent. They obey God rather than human authority.
Dear friends, these readings present us with two important truths: God’s love is freely given, and our response must be courageous.
First, we are reminded of the depth of God’s love. He gives His Son for us—not because we deserve it, but because He loves us. This love invites us to trust Him, to believe in Him, and to live in the light.
Second, we are challenged to respond with courage. Like the apostles, we may face difficulties when we try to live our faith. There may be pressures, misunderstandings, or even opposition. But the message of the Gospel cannot be hidden. We are called to live in the light and to proclaim it through our lives.
The question for us today is simple: do we truly believe in God’s love? And if we do, are we living as people of the light?
To live in the light means to choose truth over falsehood, honesty over deception, love over selfishness. It means allowing God’s presence to guide our actions and purify our hearts.
May we open our hearts to the love that God freely offers us. May we step out of darkness and walk in His light. And may we, like the apostles, have the courage to proclaim through our lives that God’s love is real, powerful, and meant for all.
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