Gospel: Mark 12:35-37
David himself calls him ‘lord’ so how is he his son? The great crowd heard this with delight.
For many of us, money can easily become our savior. There are even times when we feel that we cannot function properly without it. This happens when we place our trust, security, and future more in material wealth than in God. Yet money is not our savior. While it may provide temporary comfort and convenience, it can never give us lasting peace, true joy, or eternal life. In fact, when money takes the place that belongs to God alone, it can lead us away from Him and endanger our souls.
The true Savior is Jesus Christ. He is the One referred to as the Son of David. Jesus’ family line traces back to King David through Joseph’s acceptance of his role as the foster father of Jesus and through the Blessed Mother by blood. God fulfilled His promise through Jesus, sending Him into the world to save us from sin and bring us back into a loving relationship with the Father.
The title “Son of David” points to the promised Messiah and Savior. This is why Jesus was often addressed by this title in the New Testament. The woman whose daughter was possessed by a demon, the two blind men, and Bartimaeus the blind beggar all cried out to Jesus as the Son of David. They recognized Him as the One who could heal, restore, and save them. They came to Him with faith, believing that He alone had the power to change their lives.
How about us? Do we truly know Jesus, not only with our minds but also with our hearts? Do we trust Him in every aspect of our lives—in our joys and sorrows, in our successes and failures, in our needs and uncertainties? Do we believe that He still performs miracles today and that He continues to work powerfully in the lives of those who place their faith in Him?
As we journey through life, may we strive to know the Lord more deeply each day. May we spend time in prayer, listen to His Word, and allow Him to guide our thoughts, decisions, and actions. Let us open our hearts to His presence and invite Him to reign in every area of our lives. For when Jesus truly becomes our Savior and Lord, we discover a peace that the world cannot give and a hope that never fades.
Let us prayerfully examine our hearts: Who or what do we rely on most for our security, happiness, and future? Are we placing our complete trust in Jesus, the Son of David and our Savior, or have we allowed something else to take His place in our lives?—Marino J. Dasmarinas
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