“Blessed are those who hear the word of God and keep it.” – Luke 11:28
A teacher hands out a bread recipe to her students. Some admire the neat handwriting, while others try to memorise it. One child, however, follows the instructions, kneads the dough and bakes a warm loaf that fills the room with aroma. While others studied the recipe, he truly experienced the joy of creation by putting it into action.
As Jesus was speaking, a woman in the crowd cried out: “Blessed is the womb that bore you, and the breasts that nursed you.” While her admiration was sincere, Jesus gently redirected the focus: true blessedness is not found in mere association but in obedience—“Blessed are those who hear the word of God and keep it.” Like the child who baked bread, it is not enough to admire Scripture, memorise verses, or quote them eloquently; the real joy comes when we let God’s Word shape our choices, correct our steps, and nourish others through us. Hearing must lead to doing, or faith remains like a seed left in its packet. Let us become doers who bake the bread of obedience and share its fragrance with the world.
Today’s devotional-11 October, 2025 ~ www.dailyfaithechoes.org
A Journey of Reflection and Action
To apply this message, begin by reflecting on a recent Scripture passage you read. Journal about one specific, practical way you can put that verse into action this week—this is your “bread of obedience.” Meditate on James 1:22, focusing on the danger of being a hearer but not a doer of the Word. Share the “baking bread” analogy with a friend, encouraging one another to move beyond mere study into active service. For a group discussion, identify concrete steps your fellowship can take to ensure your Bible studies are not just academic exercises but lead directly to real-world, fragrance-sharing actions.
Join Us in Prayer
Heavenly Father, we thank You for the living, powerful Word You have given us. Forgive us for the times we have been content to only hear or memorise Scripture, leaving the seed of Your truth untouched. Grant us the grace to become doers, letting Your Word shape our choices and correct our steps. Empower us to bake the bread of obedience and share its nourishment with the world, that our lives may be a fragrant testimony to Your glory. Amen.
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Scripture Footnote & Further Reading
Scripture verse adapted from the Catholic Daily Reading for October 11, 2025.
Further Reading List:
- First Reading: Malachi 3:1-4
- Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 50:1-2, 16bc-17, 20-21, 22-23
- Alleluia: Matthew 11:10
- Gospel: Luke 11:27-28
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