Gospel: December 5, 2025

December 5, 2025 (Friday)

1st Week of Advent

Psalter: Week 1 / (Violet)

Ps 27:1, 4, 13-14

The Lord is my light and my salvation.

1st Reading: Isaiah 29:17-24

Gospel: Matthew 9:27-31

As Jesus moved on from there, two blind men followed him, shouting, “Son of David, help us!” When he was about to enter the house, the blind men caught up with him; and Jesus said to them, “Do you believe that I am able to do what you want?” They answered, “Yes, sir!” Then Jesus touched their eyes and said, “As you have believed, so let it be.” And their eyes were opened. Then Jesus gave them a stern warning, “Be careful that no one knows about this.” But as soon as they went away, they spread the news about him through the whole area.

Reflection:

“They recognized that Jesus is Son of David and Savior.”

“And out of the dark and obscurity the eyes of the blind will see.” Isaiah tells of the time of the Messiah who would bring healing, peace and enlightenment to the people. Now Jesus has come, and for those who were open to understanding the meaning of these wonders, his miracles of healing are a declaration that the time of the Messiah had finally arrived.

Others didn’t accept Jesus as the Christ and tried to find another explanation for the marvels that had taken place. And so, acknowledging Jesus as the Christ was also a matter of faith, and didn’t just hinge on the physical evidence. The actions of the blind men are significant, as, although they are unable to see physically, through the eyes of faith they recognize that Jesus is Son of David and Savior.

Their firm conviction is shown by their pursuit of Jesus, as he walks away from them. It’s a test of faith, since they have to follow the sounds and seek the help of others to catch up with Jesus to ask his help. Our faith is tested, too, at times. May we grow in conviction and see clearly with the eyes of faith.