John the Baptist tells us what he knows about God: Thursday April 16th 2026

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. Welcome to our Oblate morning reflection. Today's gospel is from John chapter 3:31-36. The first words of this gospel are from John the Baptist. He is telling his followers what he knows of God and Jesus. He says, “He whom God has sent speaks God's own words. God gives him the spirit without reserve. The Father loves the Son and has entrusted everything to him.” These words point to the nature, I think, of the relationship between father and son. It is one we might all hope to have, but of course, this is the highest form of any relationship because God the Father and Jesus are one. This is love and trust without limits. Jesus speaks for the Father and acts for him. Together we pray.  Glory be to the Father and of the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. Amen. Thank you for joining us. May the Lord bless us all and keep us safe this day. In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. #johnthebaptist #dailyreadings #scripture #gospel #bible #catholic #prayer