Letters From Home Wednesday of the Thirty-third Week in Ordinary Time - Dr. John Bergsma
Nov 19, 2025
Dr. John Bergsma explores the significance of end-of-year scripture readings, focusing on themes of resurrection and faithfulness. He shares the poignant story of a mother's unwavering faith during her sons' martyrdom. The discussion delves into the parable of the talents, emphasizing the importance of stewardship and the rewards of small acts of devotion. Listeners are encouraged to cultivate practical habits that enhance their spiritual lives, making daily faithfulness a cornerstone of their journey.
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Maccabees As A Mirror For End Times
- The sufferings of Israel under Antiochus are types of end-time tribulation believers may face today.
- Dr. John Bergsma links Maccabean martyrdom to courage for possible future persecutions.
The Mother Who Encouraged Martyrdom
- A mother witnesses her seven sons refusing to eat pork despite execution threats and encourages them to accept martyrdom for God's law.
- Dr. John Bergsma highlights her reasoning from creation to assure resurrection and divine recompense.
Creation Points To Resurrection
- The mother's argument reasons from the natural world to knowledge of the Creator and the plausibility of resurrection.
- Bergsma praises her as wiser than philosophers who fail to perceive God in creation.