Tuesday 3 November 2026 - The name of Jesus

Tuesday 3 November 2026
Today is Tuesday the 3rd of November, in the 31st week of Ordinary Time.

Juliano Ravanello sings Hino Cristológico, based on the words of Philippians 2:5-11, which we will pray with today:

And being found in human form,
he humbled himself
and became obedient to the point of death—
even death on a cross.

As you listen, reflect on how Christ’s humility draws you closer to Him.

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Today’s reading is from Saint Paul’s Letter to the Philippians.

Philippians 2:5-11

Let the same mind be in you that was in Christ Jesus,

who, though he was in the form of God,
did not regard equality with God
as something to be exploited,
but emptied himself,
taking the form of a slave,
being born in human likeness.
And being found in human form,
he humbled himself
and became obedient to the point of death—
even death on a cross.

Therefore God also highly exalted him
and gave him the name
that is above every name,
so that at the name of Jesus
every knee should bend,
in heaven and on earth and under the earth,
and every tongue should confess
that Jesus Christ is Lord,
to the glory of God the Father.
This ancient Christian hymn takes us to the heart of who Jesus is. As you begin this time of prayer, allow yourself to rest in God's presence and adopt an attitude of gratitude. How have you experienced the goodness of Christ in your life? Where have you seen signs of his care, his patience, or his love?

Jesus did not remain distant from our human experience. He entered into it completely. He embraced vulnerability, weakness, and even suffering. As you become aware of the movements within you, what feels "empty" in your life today? Where do you feel tired, stretched, or in need of renewal?

As you listen to the passage a second time, notice the movement of this hymn. Christ humbles himself, and God raises him up. Self-giving leads to new life. Is there an area of your life where God may be inviting you to trust him more deeply? What might he be restoring, strengthening, or bringing to life within you?
Philippians 2:5-11

Let the same mind be in you that was in Christ Jesus,

who, though he was in the form of God,
did not regard equality with God
as something to be exploited,
but emptied himself,
taking the form of a slave,
being born in human likeness.
And being found in human form,
he humbled himself
and became obedient to the point of death—
even death on a cross.

Therefore God also highly exalted him
and gave him the name
that is above every name,
so that at the name of Jesus
every knee should bend,
in heaven and on earth and under the earth,
and every tongue should confess
that Jesus Christ is Lord,
to the glory of God the Father.
At the end of this prayer, take a moment to speak with Jesus as you would with a friend. Tell him about your fears. Tell him about your hopes and dreams. As you rest in his presence, be attentive to what he might want to say to you today. What word of encouragement might he be offering you?
Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit.
As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be
World without end
Amen