In this month of the Holy Rosary, we are pleased to introduce our new series of short reflections, ‘A Minute with Mary’. For the month of October Paul will cover each of the mysteries of the Holy Rosary.
The Third Luminous Mystery: the Proclamation of the Kingdom of God
“The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God has come near; repent, and believe in the good news.” (Mark 1:15)
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The Proclamation of the Kingdom is the foundational call to conversion – ‘repent and believe’.
Humility and honesty are important when admitting that I have sinned against God’s love. How often do I repent of my failings? Jesus came to set us free so that we are not burdened with our misery and sins. Only Jesus can do this through His death and resurrection. We cannot save ourselves.
Sadly, many people do not understand the enormity of God’s mercy. The Sacrament of Reconciliation is where, as Jesus said, we experience the miracle of God’s Love and Mercy. It’s not about guilt or blame – it’s all about love! Jesus wants to set us free from our burdens but it all begins with an honesty to admit that we have failed and to trust in God’s mercy. As Jesus told St Faustina, trust is the key to mercy. There is no sin that can block the mercy of God. Jesus is a greater Saviour than I am a sinner!
Jesus I trust in You! Mary, Mother of Mercy, pray for me.
