Sabato 11 Aprile 2026, a cura di Nazzareno Tormassi
·4 min
The episode opens with the Gospel reading from Mark 16:9-15, which lists Jesus' resurrection appearances. Nazzareno Tormassi immediately highlights the tension in the text: Jesus appears to Mary Magdalene, but the disciples reject her testimony. He contextualizes this rejection within first-century gender dynamics, noting women lacked authoritative voices. The reflection then shifts to Jesus appearing to the disciples themselves, who also struggle with disbelief, earning Jesus' reproach for their hardness of heart. Tormassi draws a direct line from this ancient doubt to contemporary skepticism, observing that after 2000 years, people still react similarly to the resurrection announcement. He emphasizes that resurrection isn't a theoretical fact but a living experience that continues to surprise. The reflection identifies the real obstacle as the 'tombstone' of hardened hearts and closed communities that domesticate Jesus' words. Tormassi critiques Christian pessimism that focuses on worldly problems rather than heavenly vision. He notes Jesus still believes in humanity despite our limits and gives the mission to preach globally. The episode contrasts hearing others' stories with needing direct personal encounters with Jesus. It concludes with a prayer asking the Lord for this transformative experience that involves our entire lives. The format is a solo devotional reflection structured around Gospel exegesis, historical context, personal application, and prayer.
