Daily Readings - Sun Jun 15 2025
Proverbs
22The LORD possessed me in the beginning of his way, before his works of old.23I was set up from everlasting, from the beginning, or ever the earth was.24When there were no depths, I was brought forth; when there were no fountains abounding with water.25Before the mountains were settled, before the hills was I brought forth:26While as yet he had not made the earth, nor the fields, nor the highest part of the dust of the world.27When he prepared the heavens, I was there: when he set a compass upon the face of the depth:28When he established the clouds above: when he strengthened the fountains of the deep:29When he gave to the sea his decree, that the waters should not pass his commandment: when he appointed the foundations of the earth:30Then I was by him, as one brought up with him: and I was daily his delight, rejoicing always before him;31Rejoicing in the habitable part of his earth; and my delights were with the sons of men.
Romans
1Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ:2By whom also we have access by faith into this grace wherein we stand, and rejoice in hope of the glory of God.3And not only so, but we glory in tribulations also: knowing that tribulation worketh patience;4And patience, experience; and experience, hope:5And hope maketh not ashamed; because the love of God is shed abroad in our hearts by the Holy Ghost which is given unto us.
John
12I have yet many things to say unto you, but ye cannot bear them now.13Howbeit when he, the Spirit of truth, is come, he will guide you into all truth: for he shall not speak of himself; but whatsoever he shall hear, that shall he speak: and he will shew you things to come.14He shall glorify me: for he shall receive of mine, and shall shew it unto you.15All things that the Father hath are mine: therefore said I, that he shall take of mine, and shall shew it unto you.
Sermon
The readings today invite us to reflect on the deep relationship between wisdom, faith, and the Holy Spirit. In the first reading from Proverbs, we encounter the personification of Wisdom, who describes herself as being present with God from the beginning of creation. Wisdom is not just an abstract concept but a living, dynamic force that delights in the creation of the world and in being with the sons of men. This passage reminds us that God’s wisdom is not something distant or incomprehensible but is intimately involved in the world and in our lives.
The second reading from Romans connects this idea of wisdom to the gift of faith. Paul explains that through faith, we have been justified and brought into a relationship of peace with God. He emphasizes that even in the midst of tribulation, we can find hope because tribulation leads to patience, patience to proving, and proving to hope. This hope is not based on wishful thinking but on the love of God that has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit. The Spirit is the guarantee of God’s presence and love in our lives, even in the midst of challenges.
In the Gospel, Jesus speaks about the role of the Holy Spirit, whom he calls the Spirit of truth. The Spirit will guide us to the fullness of truth and will glorify Jesus by taking what is his and announcing it to us. This passage underscores the Spirit’s role in revealing God’s plan and truth to us. Together, these readings highlight the interconnectedness of wisdom, faith, and the Holy Spirit. Wisdom is the divine plan of God, faith is our response to that plan, and the Holy Spirit is the one who guides us, strengthens us, and reveals the truth to us.
As we reflect on these readings, we are called to trust in the Holy Spirit’s guidance in our lives. Just as Wisdom was present at the creation of the world, the Spirit is present in our lives, helping us to navigate the challenges we face. Let us embrace the hope that comes from knowing that we are not alone, for the Spirit of truth is always with us, leading us closer to God. May we, like Wisdom, find joy in being with others and may we, through faith, allow the Spirit to pour God’s love into our hearts, transforming us and drawing us deeper into the life of God.