Today’s Gospel proclamation poses a challenge to many of us who pray, go to church and attend prayer meetings to witness signs and wonders. As the Lord Jesus warned the doubting Pharisees; he might tell us as well: “no sign shall be given to this people.” Does this mean that we should not hope for miracles? The scriptures give many instances where people’s faith brought down heavenly miracles. The key factor is faith. As we hear in the first reading, “ask with faith, not doubting.” Sometimes we may pray out of habit, or because someone else has recommended it to us. Today let us resolve to be strong in faith. Some of us may feel weak or doubtful, it is here that we can approach the Lord in our weakness. As we responded to the Responsorial Psalm: “Be kind to me, Lord, and I shall live.” Let us continue to hold onto Jesus with deep faith, believing that he is waiting to bless and guide us, because he loves us eternally. If we cling onto the Lord, we will not be disappointed, because he will sustain us.

Prayer: Abba Father, increase my faith. Amen.