Lent, 5th Sunday – Ez 37:12–14; Ps 130; Rm 8:8–11; John 11:1–45
Martha said to Jesus: “If you had been here, my brother would not have died.”
Our daily lives are often punctuated by the familiar phrase, “What if?” We hear it echo through contests on radio and TV: “If you win, what will you do with the money?” We can easily get lost in the landscape of our imaginations, only to find that these “what if” scenarios often lead to disappointment. This mirrors the experience of Martha, who faced the illness and death of her beloved brother, Lazarus. In that moment of profound sorrow, her faith was tested.
Yet, everything changes when Jesus enters our story. With Him, possibilities blossom beyond our mere fantasies and plans. The command, “Lazarus, come out!” echoes with the promise of new life, transforming despair into hope. In the light of His resurrection, we grasp the true meaning of life—a gift that transcends our earthly existence.
Jesus, I believe in Your boundless power. Strengthen my faith and help me embrace uncertainty with trust. In challenging times, may I always turn to Your loving heart, knowing that new beginnings await us all.
