The Basics

EASTER 4, FRIDAY: ACTS 13:26-33, PSALM 2:6-13, JOHN 14:1-6

Our readings today bring up what are, I believe, the basics of Christian faith. Saint Paul, throughout his letters and speeches, preaches Jesus Christ who was crucified and rose from the dead. The death and resurruection of Jesus is the starting point of Christianity. Every time Christians gather together we procalim the death and resurrection of Christ.

The good news is not just that Jesus died and rose. The good news is that we share in the resurrection of Christ. Jesus himself proclaims this good news, saying that he is the way, the truth and the life. It is Jesus himself who is preparing a place for all of us in his Father's house.

Throughout Eastertide we say the word "Alleluia". That word basically means "Praise God". I believe that the Gospel invites us to praise God for the love that he has shown us in the resurrection of Christ. I also believe that that joy and praise is something that we can share with others. This Eastertide I think we are invited to follow the example of Saint Paul and share the good news of the resurrection with others.