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Daily Meditation: John 14:1-12
. . . so that where I am you also may be. (John 14:3)
The time had come. Jesus was about to leave his disciples to endure the passion of the cross. He knew that his imminent departure, as well as the path that lay before him, would be upsetting to them. So he reassured them: this would not be a permanent separation. In fact, he was preparing a place for them in his Father’s house and would “come back again and take you to myself, so that where I am you also may be” (John 14:3).
And he was true to his word! After his crucifixion, the disciples did indeed see Jesus, risen from the dead and victorious over sin. And after his ascension, his Spirit did come to them to console and guide them as they traveled far and wide to preach the good news. And now, they have taken up eternal residence in one of the many glorious dwelling places that Jesus has prepared for them.
Jesus’ words “Where I am you also may be” (John 14:3) can be reassuring for us as well. He promises to be with each of us always. He dwells in us through Baptism. He comes to us under the appearance of bread and wine in the Eucharist. He is with us through his Holy Spirit. And he is preparing a dwelling place for us, too, in his Father’s house.
This is the good news: Jesus is always present to you—both now and forever in eternity. Whatever trials you may experience, you never have to feel alone or abandoned. You can call on him for his guidance, his wisdom, and his mercy at any moment of the day or night.
So “do not let your hearts be troubled” (John 14:1). The One who died and rose for you will never let you go. Even when you can’t sense his presence, know that he is with you. He is interceding for you with the Father. Even now, he is preparing a dwelling place for you, a place so wonderful that it’s beyond anything you could ever imagine!
“Jesus, I praise you for your constant presence in my life!”
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First Reading — Acts 8:5-8, 14-17
1. How did God provide for the spiritual development of these Samaritan believers?
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Second Reading —1 Peter 3:15-18
2. Identify two principles of witnessing from this passage.
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3. How do you see this admonition as applying to your life?
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Gospel Reading —John 14:15-21
4. What is the relationship between love and obedience?
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5. Which of these promises concerning love and obedience is most important to you?
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