Radiant Defiance: When Truth Outshines Accusation | Daily Readings | May 5, 2025

May 5, 2025 - Daily Readings from the Catholic Lectionary, Monday of the Third Week of Easter

Stephen stands before accusers with a face like an angel. Crowds chase Jesus demanding more bread. Both reveal what happens when divine truth confronts human resistance.

Through our reflection, you will discover:
1. Why Stephen's glowing face echoes Moses on Mount Sinai
2. What sustained martyrs throughout history when facing false accusations
3. The connection between bread that perishes and truth that endures
4. How to develop radiant presence rather than aggressive defense

Readings covered: Acts 6:8-15; Psalm 119:23-24, 26-27, 29-30; John 6:22-29

Timeline:
00:00 Introduction
00:15 Reading I
01:22 Psalm Response
04:23 Gospel
05:35 Reflection

Perfect for anyone facing opposition to their deepest values, struggling with working for "food that perishes," or seeking to understand how truth ultimately prevails despite resistance.

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