Monday March 2, 2026 II Week of Lent

Today’s readings reveal how God raises the humble, confronts pride, and calls ordinary people into extraordinary purpose.In **Genesis 41:14–45**, Joseph is suddenly lifted from prison to the palace. Brought before Pharaoh, he does not claim brilliance for himself: “It is not in me; God will give Pharaoh an answer.” The years of hidden faithfulness now give way to public responsibility. Promotion comes—but Joseph’s posture remains humble, anchored in God as the true source of wisdom.In **1 Corinthians 4:8–21**, Paul challenges the Corinthians’ spiritual pride. While they see themselves as strong and reigning, Paul reminds them that apostolic leadership looks more like weakness, endurance, and fatherly correction. The kingdom of God does not consist in talk but in power—power marked by humility, sacrifice, and transformed lives.And in **Mark 3:7–19**, crowds press in from every direction, drawn by Jesus’ authority and healing. Yet from the multitude He appoints twelve—to be with Him and to be sent out. Before influence comes intimacy. Before mission comes relationship.This episode invites us to stay humble when God elevates us, to reject shallow pride for kingdom maturity, and to draw near to Jesus—so that being with Him shapes how we are sent by Him.