Here are some of the main themes that we find in the Mass readings for the 3rd Sunday of Lent.

1st Reading – Exodus 20:1-17

• The Ten Commandments are a central part of Jewish and Christian teaching, and they have shaped faith and culture in countless ways.

Psalm – 19:8-11

• “Lord, you have the words of everlasting life.”
• God’s laws, decrees, precepts, commands, and ordinances bring joy, wisdom, and truth.

2nd Reading – 1st Corinthians 1:22-25

• We proclaim Christ crucified, a stumbling block to many, but to those who are called, the wisdom of God.
• God’s foolishness is wiser than human wisdom; God’s weakness is stronger than human strength.

Gospel – John 2:13-25

• Jesus drives out of the temple area the money changers and the people who sold animals for sacrifice.
• He responds to their question for a sign, saying, “Destroy this temple and in three days I will raise it up.”
• The disciples will remember these words after the Lord was raised from the dead.

Mass Readings – 3rd Sunday of Lent (B, #29)

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Note: In those parishes where the Scrutiny takes place for those coming into the Church at Easter, the Readings for the 3rd Sunday of Lent, Cycle A may be used.