Evangelio de hoy 📖 Lectio Divina, Jueves 19 de Febrero 2026 | Tele VID
·8 min
The episode begins with a reading from the Gospel of Luke where Jesus predicts his suffering, rejection, death, and resurrection. Jesus then presents the paradox of discipleship: those who want to save their lives must lose them for his sake, while those who lose their lives for him will save them. The speaker frames this within the context of Lent as a journey from Ash Wednesday toward the celebration of Easter. The meditation focuses on Jesus' threefold methodology for discipleship. First, followers must deny themselves, which means dying to personal desires and opening their hearts to Christ's presence. Second, they must take up their cross daily, embracing suffering as an opportunity to become configured to Christ. Third, they must follow behind Jesus, allowing him to set the path rather than choosing their own direction. The speaker references Saint John of the Cross's teaching about embracing the cross rather than rejecting it. The Greek meaning of 'follow' is explained as going behind Jesus, keeping one's gaze fixed on him as he journeys toward Jerusalem. The paradox is reiterated: true life comes through losing one's life for Jesus' cause. The practical application involves taking risks to love in Jesus' style, even when it leads to suffering. The speaker questions what benefit there is in gaining the whole world if one loses oneself. The meditation concludes that the goal is to win life in Christ by living for him. A prayer is offered for those who struggle to accept their crosses, asking God for help in carrying them. The episode ends with a Trinitarian blessing and a commitment to walk with Christ through the Lenten journey.
