Our second reading, from Paul’s letter to the Philippians, contains one of the oldest texts in the tradition, a “hymn” that Paul received and adapted for his purposes. It speaks of a fully divine Jesus who was, nevertheless, willing to empty himself utterly and become a slave on our behalf. All of the drama, poetry, and power of Christianity is contained in that paradox.
Jesus the Slave
Cycle AOrdinary TimeWeek 26
by Bishop Robert BarronSeptember 25, 2005
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Authors
Bishop Robert Barron
Catechism
1766, 1545, 713, 623, 608, 565, 504, 411, 359
Liturgical Readings
Cycle A - Ordinary Time - Week 26
Scriptures
John 13:3-12, Genesis 1:27, Genesis 3:6
Seasons
Ordinary Time
Topics
Cross, Crucifixion, Culture, Death, Faith, God, Incarnation, Jesus Christ, Life, Trinity