God’s Promise to David
2 Samuel 7:4–17; Psalm 88; Mark 4:1–20
In 2 Samuel 7:4–17, we see David’s humility and openness. His plan to build a house for God is met with a supernatural plan for an everlasting kingdom through David. In humility, David accepted God’s plan rather than imposing his own. Let us be open to God’s guidance. We must let go and let God. He has the best plans (Jer. 29:11).
Again, we see God’s expression of his faithfulness. Despite David’s shortcomings, God remains steadfast in establishing a lasting kingdom through David. God is steadfast in his promises; let us stand fast and resist all that is ungodly.
David’s prayer of thanksgiving and appreciation of God’s greatness exemplifies the significance of acknowledging and worshiping God for his blessings. Let us approach God with thankfulness and reverence.
The gospel sums up today’s reading with the Parable of the Sower. This offers valuable lessons about our different responses to God’s Word. The condition of our hearts determines the growth of the seed of God’s word laid in our hearts. Are our hearts receptive and fertile, or hardened and distracted?
The life of St. Francis De Sales, whose memorial we honor today, was instrumental in the expansion of God’s kingdom. His entire existence was an expression of an authentic and faithful response to God’s faithfulness.
Let us pray
Grant, Lord, that in the service of our fellow-men we may always reflect your own gentleness and love, and so imitate Saint Francis de Sales, whom you made all things to all men for the saving of souls. Through Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen.
Fr. Daniel Evbotokhai
