When the song says, “Let all who come behind us find us faithful,” how true is that in our own lives? - Daily Bible Reflections December 17,2013

A PEOPLE MADE PERFECT

 

Of her was born Jesus who is called the Christ. – Matthew 1:16

 

When we read the genealogy of Jesus, there are two things that stand out. First, it is full of imperfect people. As we go through the list, the stories behind each name is sometimes grim. Jacob was a liar. Rahab was a prostitute. David was an adulterer and a murderer. Solomon worshiped idols. Rehoboam was a tyrant… and the list goes on. But in all their imperfection, God continued to bless them according to His will.

       There is a Spanish proverb that says, “God writes straight with crooked lines.” No matter how sinful or unworthy you think you are, you are unique in all the world and you have been placed here for a mission that no one else can accomplish but you. God has blessed you to see it through.

       Second, the story ends in redemption. At the very end of the genealogy, buried in all the names, titles and positions, we see the reason these ancestors were redeemed. In fact, we see reflected in this list our own story of redemption and salvation. Because at the end of it all, everything rests on the Messiah; everything comes together in Jesus. Rod Velez (rod.velez@gmail.com)

 

Reflection: When the song says, “Let all who come behind us find us faithful,” how true is that in our own lives?

 

Master, I was born for a reason. Enlighten me to know what that reason is and equip me with strength to accomplish it. May I always reflect Jesus in my life.

 

St. Lazarus, pray for us.