Thursday 2 January 2025

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Saints Basil the Great and Gregory Nazianzen

1 John 2:22-28. All the ends of the earth have seen the saving power of God – Psalm 97(98):1-4. John 1:19-28.

God’s universal salvation

Saints Basil the Great and Gregory Nazianzen, champions of Christ’s divinity, inspire us with a powerful affirmation of our faith. Their defence helps us enter the Jubilee Year with a heart full of renewed hope and confidence in its transformative grace. Picture John the Baptist, urging us to prepare our hearts for Christ’s arrival (John 1:19-28). This call mirrors our need to spiritually ready ourselves for the Jubilee’s blessings.

1 John 2:22-28 guides us to stay anchored in Christ’s truth, preparing us for the year ahead. Meanwhile, Psalm 97(98):1-4 echoes with joy, celebrating God’s universal salvation and the renewal of the Jubilee promises. As pilgrims on this journey, let’s embrace this grace, prepare our spirits, and let hope lead us. Dive into the Jubilee with open hearts, celebrating the profound renewal and forgiveness it brings.

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