Father Anthony reflects on John 19:1–5 — the haunting scene of Jesus scourged, crowned with thorns, and presented to the crowd with the words, “Behold the man,” revealing the depth of His humility and love as He silently bears humiliation and pain for our salvation, inviting us to gaze upon Him, recognize our own sin and suffering laid upon His shoulders, and respond not with indifference, but with repentance, gratitude, and trust in His mercy.

Father Anthony explains that our homeland is heaven and we should be reassured by our faith that we will be reunited with God in due time.

Father Anthony uses the story of Abraham as an example of how God always brings about a greater good from our sacrifices to Him.