Jesus, you are my rock.

Readings for 17 December, 2008.
Jacob called his sons and said to them: “Assemble and listen, sons of Jacob, listen to Israel, your father.
First Reading Gn 49:2, 8-10

R. Justice shall flourish in his time, and fullness of peace for ever. Justice shall flower in his days, and profound peace, till the moon be no more.
Responsorial Psalm Ps 72:1-2, 3-4ab, 7-8, 17

Thus the total number of generationsfrom Abraham to Davidis fourteen generations; from David to the Babylonian exile, fourteen generations; from the Babylonian exile to the Christ, fourteen generations.
Gospel Mt 1:1-17
Reflection
When does my Father talk? Morning or evening? Early or late?
How does your voice sound? Like a trumpet or a whistle? Thunder or gentle breeze?
God: In the silence of your heart, I speak, my WORD. Profound peace till the moon dies.
Me: Generations have believed in God and Jesus, you are my rock.