God Blesses You by Disrupting You | Homily for the Second Sunday of Lent

Homily for the Second Week of Lent on March 1, 2026. God’s blessing does not leave us where we are. From Abraham’s call to leave everything behind, to the glory revealed on Mount Tabor, Scripture shows that growth in divine life requires departure, trust, and obedience before understanding. The light of Christ is given not to spare us from the cross, but to strengthen us to walk through it.   Mass Readings: First Reading: Genesis 12:1-4a Psalm: Psalm 33:4-5, 18-19, 20, 22 Second Reading: 2 Timothy 1:8b-10 Verse Before the Gospel: Matthew 17:5 Gospel: Matthew 17:1-9   Links: Readings Link: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/021526.cfm Site: https://verbumcaro.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AttheLambsHighFeast