TRUSTING IN GOD'S PLAN
The gospel of today contains the parables of the Growing Seed and the Mustard Seed. Jesus explains through these parables the nature of the Kingdom of God. In the first parable the farmer sows the seed in the ground. After having sown the seed the farmer does nothing more. He goes about his other usual activities like sleeping and rising day after day. Meanwhile the seed sprouts, grows and bears fruit. His next activity is to reap the harvest which is sure to come. This parable highlights the mysterious nature of the kingdom. The parable of the mustard seed highlights the kingdom’s growth well beyond its humble beginnings. The focus is on the seed and its size in comparison to the plant that results from the seed. The kingdom has great potential for growth. In the First Reading Ezekiel uses the imagery of the great tree to bring home the message that God can humble the mighty and raise up the lowly. In the Second Reading Paul writes that what really matters is not speculation about the future state of life, but a firm determination to please God.
Liturgical materials for the Eleventh Sunday in Ordinary Time.
Tamil Response Hymn - https://youtu.be/je_VoefiS6o
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