We have two vivid images of the Holy Spirit in the readings
today. Jesus tells Nicodemus that,
“The wind blows where it wills, and you
can hear the sound it makes, but you do not know where it comes from or where
it goes; so it is with everyone who is born of the Spirit.” This is particularly fitting on this
blustery Duluth day. While it is
far from beautiful consider just how powerful the wind is. This is what Jesus compares the Holy
Spirit with.
The
Holy Spirit also manifests His power in the book of Acts: “As they prayed, the place where they were gathered shook, and they were
all filled with the Holy Spirit and continued to speak the word of God with
boldness.”
In
both contexts the Spirit is connected with the sacraments, especially
Baptism. It was through the graces
received through being “born of water and
Spirit” that allowed the disciples to speak with boldness about the Word of
God.
This
begs the question—do you boldly proclaim God’s Word? You have been baptized and confirmed and have the strength
to do so! Remember that being bold
doesn’t mean being annoying or standing on a street corner shouting at
people. What it does mean is that
you have the courage to share your experience of Jesus with others. It means you will always be ready to
witness to your Catholic faith.
In
the glorious Easter season, preach God’s Word with boldness and always remember
the graces of the sacraments and the power of the Holy Spirit are with you.
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