The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 65: Why the Word Became Flesh (2025)
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Mar 6, 2025 Explore the deep significance of the Incarnation as the Son of God takes on human flesh for our salvation. Discover how this divine act reveals God's immense love, inspires holiness, and connects us to the divine nature. Delve into biblical foundations, particularly St. Paul's insights, highlighting the profound meaning behind God becoming human. Reflect on the personal and communal implications of this core Christian belief, and engage in a thoughtful prayer about the transformative power of God's love.
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Why the Word Became Flesh
- The Word became flesh for four reasons: salvation, revealing God's love, modeling holiness, and sharing divine nature.
- These reasons are highlighted in the Nicene Creed and explored in the Catechism.
Personalizing the Incarnation
- Reflect on the four reasons for the Incarnation and make them personal.
- Recognize that while Jesus's act was for all humanity, it also applies directly to you.
Reconciliation through Incarnation
- Original sin caused divisions within ourselves, with each other, and with God.
- Jesus's incarnation and sacrifice reconcile us with God, leading to salvation.