1st Sunday of Lent/ Year A / Homily for Feb . 2026
February 22, 2026. First Sunday of Lent. Genesis 2:7-9; 3:1-7. Psalm 51:3-4, 5-6, 12-13, 17, Romans 5:12-19, Matthew 4:1-11. ___________________________________________________________________________ The readings for the First Sunday of Lent, Year A, invite us to reflect on themes of temptation, sin, and redemption—an important journey we undertake every year in this sacred season. In the first reading from the Book of Genesis, we witness the creation of humanity, formed from the dust of the earth and given life through God's breath. However, we also witness the tragic moment of temptation when Adam and Eve disobeyed God, resulting in the fall. Their story reminds us that temptation is as old as humanity itself. The serpent’s cunning words coaxed them to doubt God's goodness, leading to choices that brought pain and separation from God. The Psalm expresses the sorrow that follows sin. The psalmist cries out for mercy, recognizing our human frailty and need for God's cleansing. This deep longing for renewal echoes in our own hearts as we confront the areas of our lives that need transformation. It calls us to bring our weaknesses before God in humility. ____________________________________________________________________________ #catholic #jesus #catholicchurch #christian #catholicism #church #faith #god #jesuschrist #bible #christianity #love #catholiclife #catholicfaith #prayer #romancatholic #christ #pray #rosary #katolik #holyspirit #catholics #religion #bibleverse #virginmary #gospel #catolico #hope #catholicfamily #saints #catholicchurch #hope #catholicfamily #sundayhomily ———————————————————————————————————————————————— @MyCatholicLifeJMJ @jesuscalls @jhoanne1013 @trustisanobelword @godtv
