Radiant Defiance: When Truth Outshines Accusation | Daily Readings | May 5, 2025

05/05/2025 12 min Temporada 1 Episodio 78

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Stephen’s face shines like an angel while enemies close in. Jesus is pursued by crowds craving more bread but missing the true gift. Today’s readings offer a striking contrast: divine truth doesn’t scream louder—it shines brighter.As the Church enters the third week of Easter, this episode explores what it means to stand in the light when darkness accuses.In this reflection, you’ll discover:Why Stephen’s radiance recalls the glory of Moses on SinaiWhat gives martyrs quiet courage when falsely accusedHow to shift from perishable pursuits to enduring truthHow presence, not argument, becomes the greatest witness📖 Readings:First Reading: Acts 6:8–15Psalm: Psalm 119:23–24, 26–27, 29–30Gospel: John 6:22–29⏱️ Timeline:00:00 – Introduction00:15 – First Reading01:22 – Psalm Response04:23 – Gospel05:35 – ReflectionThis message is for anyone who’s ever been misunderstood, falsely accused, or exhausted by striving for what doesn’t satisfy. Truth doesn’t need to shout—it shines.#CatholicDailyReadings #RadiantDefiance #StephenTheMartyr #BreadOfLife #FaceLikeAnAngel #DailyGospelReflection

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