The Cross and Prayer: Ask with Faith | Daily Readings | March 13, 2025 | Thursday of the First Week of Lent

Today’s Scripture reflections for Thursday of the First Week of Lent:First Reading (Esther C:12, 14-16, 23-25): Queen Esther, in desperation and faith, cries out to God for deliverance, trusting completely in His mercy.Responsorial Psalm (Psalm 138:1-2ab, 2cde-3, 7c-8): On the day I called, You answered me; You strengthened my soul.Gospel (Matthew 7:7-12): Jesus teaches that those who ask, seek, and knock with faith will receive good gifts from the Father.Through these readings, we are invited to pray boldly, trust deeply, and seek God's goodness with confidence and perseverance during this Lenten journey.A ministry of Christus Dominus Bread of Life.Produced in collaboration with Christus Dominus Studios.