Week 649–Gospel Reflection–Fr Simon Apablaza–The New Joshua
Fr Simon Apablaza says today’s feast of the Baptism of the Lord reveals the Holy Trinity: The Father’s voice is heard, the Spirit descends, and Jesus, the Son, is made known. Jesus—the new Joshua—enters the Jordan, not parting the waters but opening heaven and a new way into the true Promised Land of divine life.
Week 649–Gospel Reflection–Fr Simon Apablaza–The New Joshua
Fr Simon Apablaza says today’s feast of the Baptism of the Lord reveals the Holy Trinity: The Father’s voice is heard, the Spirit descends, and Jesus, the Son, is made known. Jesus—the new Joshua—enters the Jordan, not parting the waters but opening heaven and a new way into the true Promised Land of divine life.