Joy is Both Gift and a Responsibility

First Proclamation: Zephaniah 3:14-20
Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 85:2-3,8-9,10-11
Second Proclamation: Philippians 4::4-7
Gospel Proclamation: Luke 3:7-18

Homily by Bp. Romie- Jun Peñalosa

In this Sunday’s Mass homily at Saint Michael Kalibo, Bishop Romie-Jun Peñalosa reminded us that joy is both a gift and a responsibility. Joy is a precious gift from God that no one or anything can take away. It is not just an emotion but a deep sense of peace embedded in our hearts. This joy is reflected in every action we take for God, fueling our commitment to Him and empowering us to serve with gratitude.

The Gospel teaches us that joy is a fruit of repentance. Through repentance, our relationship with God is restored. To experience true joy, we must transform our hearts by letting go of bad habits, negative attitudes, and wrong mindsets. When we truly love God, we will reject everything that goes against Him, bringing lasting joy into our lives.

Joy is not just a feeling; it is both a gift and a responsibility that empowers us to live a life of purpose and service to God.

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I AM BLESSED TO BE A BLESSING