Pope Benedict XVI called the Annunciation “the greatest event in our history,” because it was through Mary’s “fiat” that salvation entered the world. In this video, Jeff Cavins, founder of The Great Adventure Bible Timeline, encourages viewers to also say “yes” to God’s will. That openness to God in our lives can lead to Christ entering in and changing everything within us and around us. The Incarnation, as well as Jesus’ entire life, death, and resurrection, began with Mary’s willingness to let God enter in. What adventures are in store for us if we say “yes” to God?
“The Mark of a True Believer” + The Twenty-Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time
In this week's Encountering the Word video for the Twenty-sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Jeff Cavins discusses how we can determine if we really believe in Christ. The readings are: First Reading: Ezekiel 18:25-28Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 25:4-5, 8-9, 10,...