We follow the Saints, because they followed the footsteps of Christ

 Gospel- John 12:24-26 

 

Jesus said to his disciples: “Amen, amen, I say to you,

unless a grain of wheat falls to the ground and dies,

it remains just a grain of wheat;

but if it dies, it produces much fruit.

Whoever loves his life loses it,

and whoever hates his life in this world

will preserve it for eternal life.

Whoever serves me must follow me,

and where I am, there also will my servant be.

The Father will honor whoever serves me.”

The Gospel today reminded me of the triumphant men and women of faith aka the SAINTS. The examples they gave us are truly worthy to emulate in order that our faith in our Lord Jesus Christ may grow and "bear much fruit."

Contrary to the claim of some Christian sects, following the footsteps of the Saints doesn't mean that we neglect the truth that the Lord Jesus Christ is the only way. In fact, following the examples of the Saints is tantamount to following our Lord, as the Apostle Paul said, "Follow my example, as I follow the example of Christ" (1 Cor. 11:1). And since the Saints are followers (in words and deeds) of our Lord, we believe that they are now in heaven, because the Lord Himself said, "whoever serves Me must follow Me, and where I am, there also will my servant be" (John 12:26). Such Words from our Lord is very reassuring. It gives us the valor to keep on fighting for His Kingdom, knowing that our labors and faithfulness will never be in vain.

The lives of the Saints are truly an inspiration to all Christians who are striving to become perfect in holiness in this world full of ungodliness. To know that there were men and women who were able to persevere in the faith, despite the persecutions of this world, should give us the courage and consolation to stay focus in our earthly journey with the hope that one day, we too, just like the Saints, will receive our heavenly reward.