More Precious than Gold

Lectio:

Reading II   April 19, 2020, Divine Mercy Sunday 

1 Peter 1: 3-9

Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ,
   who in his great mercy gave us a new birth to a living hope
    through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead,
    to an inheritance that is imperishable, undefiled and
    unfading, kept in heaven for you
   who by the power of God are safeguarded through the faith,
   to a salvation that is ready to be revealed in the final time.

In this you rejoice, although now for a little while
    you may have to suffer through various trials,
    so that the genuineness of your faith,
    more precious than gold that is perishable even though
    tested by fire,
    may prove to be for praise, glory, and honor
   at the revelation of Jesus Christ.

Although you have not seen him you love him,
   even though you do not see him now yet believe in him,
   you rejoice with an indescribable and glorious joy,
   as you attain the goal of your faith, the salvation of your souls.

Studium:

It seems the situation is new because Peter is explaining Jesus' teachings through metaphors.  Peter's audience, the Christians in five of the Roman provinces that are in northern Turkey, are being born again in Christ.   Their new faith is more precious than gold.

Meditatio:

Although my faith is not new, it is still more precious than gold.  The world and my life would not make sense if not seen through the eyes of faith.  I see God's guidance throughout my life.  He is so gentle with me.

Oratio:

Lord, let me feel Your presence always.  Keep me by Your side.

Contemplatio:

Touch me, Lord.

Resolutio:

I resolve to never forget You, Lord.