When Persecution Plants Joy: Finding Life in Scattering | Daily Readings | May 7, 2025

May 7, 2025 - Daily Catholic Lectionary Readings for Wednesday of the Third Week of Easter

Witness how persecution scatters the early church only to plant seeds of unprecedented growth. Discover why Philip's crossing into Samaria brings great joy exactly when the Christian movement appears to be collapsing. Explore Jesus' promise that nothing entrusted to him will be lost.

Today's reflection reveals:
1. How catastrophe becomes catalyst in the divine economy
2. Why crossing boundaries creates unexpected celebration
3. The pattern of scattering and gathering throughout scripture
4. Where joy germinates in soil that appears most hostile

Readings covered: Acts 8:1b-8; Psalm 66:1-3a, 4-5, 6-7a; John 6:35-40

Timeline:
00:00 Introduction
00:15 Reading I
01:17 Psalm Response
03:33 Gospel
04:18 Reflection

Perfect for anyone facing disruption, loss, or unexpected change; those wondering how difficulty might contain hidden opportunity; communities navigating transition; or anyone seeking to understand suffering within a larger divine purpose.

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