Church Bulletin - August 31, 2003 - Eleventh Sunday of Matthew

Eleventh Sunday of Matthew - August 31, 2003
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"WHATEVER HE SAYS TO YOU, DO IT"

The Gospels mention very little about the Blessed Mother once her Son begins His public ministry. We are told that she was present beneath the Cross when our Lord was crucified. On occasion, it is recorded that she was in the area when Christ was going from town to town. Only once, however, does the Theotokos share her thoughts with us through the Scriptures. John's writings tell of a marriage feast in Cana of Galilee. Jesus, His Apostles and Mary have all been invited to the celebration. When the wine unexpectedly runs out and Christ is called upon to intercede, His Mother offers the servants this profound bit of advice: "WHATEVER HE SAYS TO YOU, DO IT." (John 2:5)

Although these few words were meant to address a particular situation, the wisdom contained in them applies to all aspects of an Orthodox Christian approach to life. Obedience to Christ and His teachings is expected of all of God's children. It is not for us to question the Lord. He knows what is necessary for our salvation and He has charted the course for us to follow so that we can attain this lofty goal. Simply put, if we do as Christ says, salvation will be ours! If the Blessed Mother was able to comprehend this, surely we can as well.

We must always remember that God loves all of us, and desires that all men be saved. May we all open our hearts to Him and allow Him to guide us along the correct path.

St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church
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