Wednesday of the 10th Week in Ordinary Time Cycle 1

• First Reading – 2 Corinthians 3:4-11: Our qualification comes from God. The ministry of the Spirit is more glorious than the ministry of the letter.
• Responsorial Psalm – Psalm 99: Moses, Aaron, and Samuel called on God, and he answered them. He is holy, forgiving, and just. We should praise and worship him.
• Gospel – Matthew 5:17-19: Jesus emphasizes that he came to fulfill the law, not to abolish it. He stresses the importance of obeying and teaching the commandments, promising greatness in the Kingdom of heaven for those who do so.

Whoever obeys and teaches these commandments will be called greatest in the Kingdom of heaven.

Matthew 5:19

Wednesday of the 10th Week in Ordinary Time Cycle 1 readings focus on the importance of the Spirit and the fulfillment of the law. These readings remind us to rely on God and follow His commandments faithfully.

• God’s Qualification: God makes us worthy. Our abilities and strengths come from Him.
• Ministry of the Spirit: The Spirit’s work is greater. It brings life and glory beyond the old law.
• Fulfillment of the Law: Jesus completes the law. He does not remove it but shows its full meaning.
• Obeying Commandments: Following God’s rules is crucial. Jesus stresses their importance for the Kingdom of heaven.
• Teaching the Commandments: Teaching others to obey God’s laws is honored. Those who teach and follow the commandments will be great in heaven.

The themes from Wednesday of the 10th Week in Ordinary Time Cycle 1 encourage us to trust in God and live according to His laws. They guide us to value the Spirit’s work and Jesus’ fulfillment of the law.

In the first reading for Wednesday of the 10th Week in Ordinary Time Cycle 1, we learn that our qualification comes from God. Paul tells us that our abilities and strengths are from Him. This reminds us to rely on God for our worth and purpose.

Paul contrasts the old law with the new ministry of the Spirit. The old law, written on stone, brings death. The new ministry, written on hearts, brings life. The Spirit’s work is more glorious and lasting than the old law.

This reading encourages us to seek the Spirit’s guidance. We are reminded that true change comes from within, through the Spirit. We must open our hearts to God’s work in us.

Jesus Fulfills the Law

In the Gospel for Wednesday of the 10th Week in Ordinary Time Cycle 1, Jesus talks about the law. He did not come to abolish it but to fulfill it. Jesus shows us the full meaning of the law through His teachings and actions.

Jesus stresses the importance of obeying and teaching the commandments. Those who do will be great in the Kingdom of heaven. This calls us to live faithfully and guide others to do the same.

We see that Jesus respects the law and wants us to follow it too. The law helps us live in a way that pleases God. By following Jesus’ example, we can better understand and keep God’s commandments.

Living by the Spirit

Wednesday of the 10th Week in Ordinary Time Cycle 1 readings invite us to reflect on our own lives. Are we relying on God’s qualification, or our own? Are we living by the Spirit and following Jesus’ teachings?

We should examine how we obey and teach the commandments. Are we guiding others with love and respect? Jesus promises greatness in heaven for those who do, so this is an important part of our faith journey.

Living by the Spirit means letting God lead us each day. We need to be open to His guidance and follow His commandments. This is how we grow closer to God and help others do the same.

Prayer

Lord, help us trust in Your strength and guidance. Open our hearts to Your Spirit and lead us in following Your commandments. May we teach others with love and respect, and grow closer to You each day. Amen.

Word on Fire: Fulfilling the Law

Bishop Robert Barron reflects on the gospel for for Wednesday of the 10th week in Ordinary Time Cycle 1, emphasizing Jesus as the New Moses who fulfills the Law. While some may have reservations about religious laws, Jesus presents a different perspective by offering a law that brings happiness and serves as a pattern for a fulfilling life.

USCCB Reflection: A Divine Qualification

This USCCB video reflection for Wednesday of the 10th week in Ordinary Time Cycle 1 explores the concept of faith as a supernatural gift from God, enabling believers to experience true freedom, happiness, and full humanity. It emphasizes that faith does not contradict human reason or freedom but rather allows us to cooperate more fully with God’s grace, becoming ministers of His love and mercy in the world.

What date is Wednesday of the 10th Week in Ordinary Time Cycle 1?

The next date is Wednesday June 11, 2025.

Cycle 1 is used in odd numbered years and Cycle 2 is used in even numbered years. The gospel is the same for both years. For even numbered years see Wednesday of the 10th Week in Ordinary Time Cycle 2.

What are the Mass readings for Wednesday of the 10th Week in Ordinary Time Cycle 1?

The Mass readings for Wednesday June 11, 2025 are:
First Reading  – 2 Corinthians 3:4-11: Confidence Through Christ
Responsorial Psalm – Psalm 99: Holy is Our God
Gospel – Matthew 5:17-19: Fulfillment of the Law

What does Paul mean by “our qualification comes from God” in 2 Corinthians 3:4-11?

Paul means that our abilities and strengths come from God. We do not rely on our own power but on God’s help.

How is the ministry of the Spirit more glorious than the ministry of the letter?

The ministry of the Spirit brings life and glory. The ministry of the letter (the old law) brings death because it focuses on rules without inner change.

What does living by the Spirit mean?

Living by the Spirit means letting God lead us each day. We open our hearts to His guidance and follow His commandments.

How can we rely on God’s qualification in our daily lives?

We rely on God’s qualification by trusting Him in everything we do. We pray for His help and believe He gives us the strength we need.

What is the difference between the old law and the new ministry of the Spirit?

The old law is written on stone and focuses on rules. The new ministry of the Spirit is written on our hearts and brings inner change and life.

What does Jesus mean when He says He came to fulfill the law in Matthew 5:17-19?

Jesus means He came to complete and show the full meaning of the law. He did not come to remove it but to make it clearer and deeper.

Why is it important to obey the commandments according to Jesus?

Obeying the commandments is important because it pleases God. Jesus says those who follow and teach the commandments will be great in the Kingdom of heaven.

How can we teach others to follow God’s commandments?

We teach others by our actions and words. Living a good life and sharing God’s teachings helps guide others.

How do the readings for Wednesday of the 10th Week in Ordinary Time Cycle 1 help us understand our faith better?

The readings show us that our strength comes from God, and we need to follow Jesus’ teachings. They remind us to live by the Spirit and obey God’s commandments.