We Are God's Ambassadors

We Are God's Ambassadors

In this Sunday Mass homily at Saint Michael Parish in Kalibo, Fr. Erel Villanueva reminded us that we are God's ambassadors. Drawing from the Gospel, he reflected on Jesus' words to His disciples as He sent them on mission and warned them about the opposition they would face. Like the disciples, we are all called to mission. We may not travel to distant places, but every day God sends us to our workplaces, schools, offices, and communities. Wherever we go, He places us there for a purpose—to share His Word through our words, actions, and way of life. As God's ambassadors, we should not be surprised when others oppose or reject the message we carry. One of the greatest obstacles to sharing God's Word is fear. We often worry about criticism, rejection, or misunderstanding. However, Jesus repeatedly tells us not to be afraid. God's truth will always prevail because His truth is far more powerful than any human opinion or opposition. Therefore, we have every reason to trust Him and continue our mission with courage. Moreover, God knows everything that happens in our lives. Nothing escapes His attention. He allows certain circumstances because He sees the bigger picture and works through them for His purposes. As our sovereign Lord, He cares deeply for us and remains close to us in every situation. Whenever we come before Him in prayer, He listens and strengthens us. Ultimately, we are God's ambassadors. He calls us not only to believe in Him but also to make Him known. Through our daily encounters, words, and actions, we have the privilege and responsibility of representing Christ to others. May we overcome fear, trust in God's care, and faithfully fulfill our mission of bringing His truth and love to the world. Twelfth Sunday in Ordinary Time June 21, 2026 First Reading: Jeremiah 20:7-13 Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 69 Second Reading: Romans 6:1-11 Gospel Reading: Matthew 10:24-33 Check out our Sermon page for more homily recaps and video links to our uplifting messages. God bless! https://www.saintmichaelkalibo.com/sermons/we-are-gods-ambassadors/?feed_id=898&_unique_id=6a375b9636dce