Day Twenty-Seven: Led by Christ
Friday, Fourth Week of Lent – April 4, 2025

Scripture Passage:
“You know me and also know where I am from. Yet I did not come on my own, but the one who sent me, whom you do not know, is true. I know him, because I am from him, and he sent me.” (John 7:28–29)

Opening Reflection:
Life is a journey, much like the Israelites’ time in the desert. At times, the road seems clear, and at other moments, we struggle to see where God is leading us. The Feast of Tabernacles, during which Jesus spoke in the Temple, reminded the Jewish people of their ancestors’ journey through the wilderness. In the same way, Jesus reminds us today that He is with us, guiding us through the uncertainties of life. But do we recognize His presence, or do we fail to see Him because He does not come as we expect?

Meditative Reflection:
Jesus entered Jerusalem for the Feast of Tabernacles in secret, revealing Himself gradually to those willing to see and believe. Many of His listeners remained blind to His identity, rejecting the truth before them. This speaks to our own spiritual journey. Often, God’s guidance is not loud or obvious. He walks with us in silence, waiting for us to open our hearts.

Like the Israelites wandering in tents, we are pilgrims on a journey, moving toward our eternal home. But the journey is not always easy. Fear, doubt, and distractions can blind us to Christ’s presence, just as some in the Temple failed to recognize Him. Yet, those who trust in Him find strength, just as Saint Joseph faithfully followed God’s call, even in uncertainty. Joseph did not need grand signs; he simply trusted, obeyed, and protected the treasures entrusted to him—Jesus and Mary. His life reminds us that recognizing God’s presence often requires quiet faithfulness, not dramatic revelations.

Are we willing to follow Christ, even when He leads us through the unknown? Are we attentive to His quiet voice, guiding us through our daily struggles?

Reflection Questions:
Do I recognize God’s presence in my daily life, even when He seems hidden? Am I willing to trust and follow Christ, even when the path ahead is unclear? What distractions or fears keep me from seeing His guidance?

Lenten Question:
Q: Why does Jesus sometimes seem hidden from us?
A: Jesus allows us to seek Him in faith, drawing us deeper into trust and spiritual maturity. He is always present but reveals Himself fully to those who open their hearts and seek Him in prayer, scripture, and the sacraments.

Lenten Action:
Spend time in silent prayer today, asking God to reveal His presence in your life. Reflect on Saint Joseph’s trust in God and seek to imitate his quiet faithfulness.

Concluding Prayer:
Lord Jesus, You walk with me on this journey of life, even when I fail to see You. Open my eyes to Your presence and teach me to trust You more deeply. Like Saint Joseph, may I follow Your guidance with a heart full of faith. Lead me always to the Promised Land of Heaven, where I may dwell with You forever. Amen.

Resources for Lenten Prayers and Reflections:

Daily Saints and Reflections | https://dailyreflectionswithphilomena.com/

Lenten Reflections | EWTN | https://www.ewtn.com/catholicism/reflections/lent

Lenten Prayers and Daily Reflections | My Catholic Life | https://mycatholic.life/lent-prayers-reflections/