“I no longer call you servants, but friends.” In the ancient world, this wasn’t just tender—it was unthinkable. Gods demanded fear and sacrifice, not intimacy. But Jesus redefines everything with one staggering word: friend.
Today’s readings explore what happens when divine friendship shapes leadership, community, and worship—even in the cave moments of life.
In our reflection, you’ll discover:
Why Jesus’ invitation to friendship was revolutionary in a world of hierarchy
How the Jerusalem Council embodied collaborative, Spirit-led leadership
What true praise looks like when it rises from hardship, not comfort
How divine friendship forms communities of grace—not performance
📖 Readings:
First Reading: Acts 15:22–31
Psalm: Psalm 57:8–10, 12
Gospel: John 15:12–17
⏱️ Timeline:
00:00 – Introduction
00:15 – First Reading
01:36 – Psalm Response
03:56 – Gospel
04:37 – Reflection
This episode is for anyone wrestling with their identity before God, weary of religious performance, or longing to rediscover the transforming beauty of friendship with Christ.
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