The Rosary in a Year (with Fr. Mark-Mary Ames) Day 122: Trophy of Victory
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May 2, 2025 In this discussion, the focus is on transforming sufferings into symbols of glory, much like the cross carried by Jesus. Fr. Mark-Mary explores how this act, initially seen as dishonor, reveals profound victory. Drawing from St. Thomas Aquinas, he emphasizes the importance of uniting personal struggles with Christ's journey. Though immediate victory may not be apparent, faith in Jesus' promise of triumph offers hope. A decade of the Rosary is prayed, connecting listeners deeper to this transformative understanding of suffering.
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Jesus' Cross as Victory Symbol
- Jesus carried his cross not as a shameful burden but as a powerful symbol of victory and glory.
- The cross represents his universal dominion and triumphant conquest over evil.
Transforming Cross from Shame to Glory
- Although the cross was disgraceful and unholy, Jesus by embracing it transformed it into something royal and glorious.
- Jesus' acceptance of the cross glorifies it, making it a trophy of victory rather than a sign of shame.
Embrace Unremedied Suffering
- Acknowledge that suffering and injustice are real and bad before seeking remedy or growth.
- When some suffering can't be quickly fixed, embrace it with Jesus to turn it into a source of grace and victory.
