2nd Sunday of Lent
First reading – Genesis 15:5-12,17-18
Lent is a sacred time to renew our relationship with God, much like Abraham, who trusted in the Lord’s promises and entered into a covenant with Him. In Genesis 15, we witness Abraham’s unwavering trust as he prepares the sacrifice and patiently awaits God’s response, even as darkness falls around him. This ancient covenant, sealed through Abraham’s faithful obedience, becomes a spiritual template for our own relationship with God. His faith was not merely belief but an active trust, even in moments of uncertainty. Likewise, Lent invites us to relive this covenant by deepening our faith, offering our sacrifices, and waiting with hope for God’s presence in our lives. Through prayer, fasting, and charity, we renew our commitment, just as Abraham did, trusting that God’s promises are ever faithful. In embracing Abraham’s faith, we allow Lent to be a season of spiritual transformation, drawing us closer to God’s eternal covenant of love. Let’s reflect: Lent is to relive God’s covenant through faith following the example of Abraham.
Don Giorgio