THE EYE OF A NEEDLE. THE EYE OF A NEEDLE.  THE GOSPEL: "Jesus said to his disciples:  “Amen, I say to you, it will be hard for one who is rich to enter the Kingdom of heaven.  Again I say to you, it is easier for a camel to pass through the eye of a needle than for one who is rich to enter the Kingdom of God.” "When the disciples heard this, they were greatly astonished and said,  “Who then can be saved?”  "Jesus looked at them and said,  “For men this is impossible, but for God all things are possible.”  "Then Peter said to him in reply,  “We have given up everything and followed you.  What will there be for us?” "Jesus said to them,  “Amen, I say to you that you who have followed me, in the new age, when the Son of Man is seated on his throne of glory, will yourselves sit on twelve thrones,  judging the twelve tribes of Israel. "And everyone who has given up houses or brothers or sisters or father or mother or children or lands for the sake of my name will receive a hundred times more,  and will inherit eternal life.  But many who are first will be last, and the last will be first.” (Matthew 19: 23 - 30). Tuesday the 20th of August 2026 in the  18th week in Ordinary Time.  “Who then can be saved?” Jesus looked at them and said, “For men this is impossible, but for God all things are possible.” (Matthew 19: 26). Tuesday 18th August 2026, in the 20th Week in Ordinary Time. In today's Gospel (Matthew 19: 23 - 30), Jesus uttered a revelation and a prophecy found all over Sacred Scripture which is foundational to the life of faith. A few examples: #1. For God all things are possible. (Jesus). #2. for nothing will be impossible for God.” Angel Gabriel to Mary. (Luke 1: 37). #3. "The Lord turned to him [Gideon] and said, “Go with the strength you have and save Israel from the power of Midian. It is I who send you.” (Judges 6: 14).  What is the take away from today's Scripture?  A lesson in God's pervasive power and sovereignty.  God's Divine Providence is mighty and merciful but also mysterious. When God gives you a job to do, the one thing you want to hear is: "I am with you." If God is with you, the mission is accomplished.  Therefore look for the signs of the Presence of the Emmanuel in: joy, peace, tranquility and confidence.  This is the internal testimony of the Presence of Emmanuel who has chosen, called and anointed you for service. Mary responded to such a moment thus:  "Be it done to me according to Your word." St Paul responded: "Therefore, since we do hold and engage in this ministry by the mercy of God [granting us favor, benefits, opportunities, and especially salvation], we do not get discouraged (spiritless and despondent with fear) or become faint with weariness and exhaustion." (2 Corinthians 4: 1 AMPC) "Give Me the first place in your heart and in your life, and I will provide for you in every circumstance. I will not allow you or those with whom you share this life to want for anything. My providence is wholly at the disposal of My merciful love. Trust then in My merciful love and you will see the wonders that I will accomplish for you." (IN SINU JESU page 100). August is the Month dedicated to the Immaculate Heart of Mary. Mary says: "In the end. My Immaculate Heart will triumph."   Living in the Shadow of the Holy Spirit.  ​The Holy Spirit overshadowed Mary at the Annunciation.  When we abide in her heart, we dwell under that same divine shadow of grace. ​Prayer:  Come, Holy Spirit, and abide within me as You abided in the Blessed Virgin Mary. For Prayers of Consecration to the Immaculate Heart of Mary, Litany, Promises of Mary to those who say the Holy Rosary, etc click the link below: http://seekfirst.blogspot.com/2023/06/immaculate-heart-of-mary-consecration.html?m=10 To select Daily Bible Verse for another day please use Daily Reading section [Select date] option