Monday of Holy Week Reflection – Justice, Light, and Love Poured Out
April 14, 2025 Monday of Holy Week Reflection – Justice, Light, and Love Poured Out As we enter the solemn journey of Holy Week, today’s readings from Isaiah 42 and John 12 reveal the gentle strength of the Servant of the Lord and the intimate foreshadowing of Christ’s burial through Mary’s anointing. “Here is my servant… he shall bring forth justice to the nations.” Isaiah introduces us to the Servant—chosen by God, filled with the Spirit, who brings justice not by force but with quiet resolve. His mission is one of mercy and healing: “A bruised reed he shall not break.” This Servant is a covenant, a light to the nations, sent to open the eyes of the blind and free those in darkness. On this Monday of Holy Week, we begin to see Jesus step fully into this identity. He does not come in grandeur but in humility, calling us to listen, to follow, and to hope. “Mary took a liter of costly perfumed oil… and anointed the feet of Jesus.” The Gospel brings us to Bethany, where love is lavish, personal, and misunderstood. Mary’s anointing of Jesus’ feet with expensive oil is a prophetic act of devotion. While Judas objects, Jesus receives her gift as preparation for His burial. This scene reminds us that Holy Week is not just about suffering — it is about love poured out freely, even in the face of betrayal. Turning Away or Turning Toward As the crowds gather, some seek Jesus in faith, while others plot against Him. The tension rises. Today challenges us to choose: Will we, like Mary, pour out our hearts in faith? Or will we, like Judas or the chief priests, allow self-interest to blind us? Let us begin this Holy Week by walking in the light of the Servant. Let justice begin with compassion. Let worship be sincere. 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