Today's Catholic Mass Readings and Gospel Reflection – Wednesday, December 17, 2025

Today's Catholic Mass Readings and Gospel Reflection – Wednesday, December 17, 2025 First Reading: Genesis 49: 2,8-10 Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 71(72): 1-4,7-8,17 R\. “In his days justice shall flourish, and peace till the moon fails.” Gospel Reading: Matthew 1: 1-17 Wednesday of the 3rd week of Advent — Year A "From Scepter to Savior: Why Jesus’ Flawed Family Tree Guarantees Hope and Justice" Matthew's genealogy (Matthew, chapter 1, verses 1 through 17) includes sinners (like Bathsheba) and Gentiles (like Ruth), proving God’s fidelity. This Catholic reflection explores Jacob's prophecy: "The sceptre shall not pass from Judah" (Genesis, chapter 49, verse 10). Christ, the Lion of Judah, redeems every messy human history, fulfilling the promise that justice shall flourish and "all nations bless His name" (Psalm 71 (72), verse 17). #ChristGenealogy #LionOfJudah #DivineFidelity