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Jesus said to his disciples: “Do not think that I have come to
abolish the law or the prophets. I have come not to abolish but to
fulfill. Amen, I say to you, until heaven and earth pass away, not
the smallest letter or the smallest part of a letter will pass from
the law, until all things have taken place.” Matthew 5:17–18
The long history of salvation, through which God gradually revealed
His divine plan, began with Adam and Eve, continued with Noah and
Abraham, deepened with Moses, became internalized with the
prophets, and was fulfilled in Jesus. Though tracing this history
in detail is a lengthy process, one simple truth stands out: After
the fall of Adam and Eve, God gradually unfolded the perfection of
His Divine Law to His people. In the same way, He draws each of us
closer as we slowly convert and are purified through our spiritual
journey.
At the start, God established what we call the Natural Law. Adam
and Eve understood moral truths naturally. However, after their
sin, that Law became obscured and remains so today. God then made a
covenant with Noah, promising never again to destroy the earth by
water. With Abraham, the covenant deepened, as God promised to
bless all nations through his descendants. Then came Moses, and
with him, the Ten Commandments, a clear moral code for living.
Ceremonial laws were introduced to guide the people in worship, and
civil laws helped establish the Israelites as God’s distinct
people.
Once Israel was established, God sent prophets to call for a
deeper, internal transformation of heart. The prophets urged the
people to repent, return to God, and prepare for the Messiah, who
would fulfill the Covenant in its entirety.
When Jesus arrived, His teaching illuminated a fuller understanding
of the Law. In Him, all the promises and precepts of the Law were
realized. Through His life, death, and resurrection, Jesus
established a New Covenant of grace, bringing about the fullness of
redemption.
This overview of salvation history is not only important from a
historical perspective but also offers insight into how God relates
to each of us personally. In the beginning of our own conversion,
God meets us where we are: He calls us to be His children, and we
are drawn to follow His commandments, avoiding serious sin. As we
progress, our faith practices, including the sacraments, take on
new depth. Gradually, we internalize the call to live from the
heart, not just through outward observance. We begin to see God as
an intimate and personal God, and we work to overcome even small
attachments to sin. Ultimately, we are called to turn fully to the
Gospel, letting it lead us into a deeper relationship with
Christ.
Recognizing this progression is essential for our spiritual
journeys. If we fail to see this path, we might become complacent.
Everything God revealed at the beginning of your conversion remains
true, but the start is not the fulfillment. As you reflect on your
life, ask yourself: Can I see how God has drawn me closer to
Himself, deepened my faith, and called me into greater union with
Him?
God leads us gently, knowing that immediate perfection would be
overwhelming. Still, He desires our daily growth. Each day is an
opportunity for continued conversion, deeper transformation, and
spiritual purification. The great saints have written about this
journey, showing us the way to holiness.
Reflect today on the call to be perfect. If that seems impossible,
commit to one step at a time. The road to perfection is long,
demanding, and difficult—but it is also freeing, transforming, and
ultimately glorious. Though you won’t become a saint overnight, you
can take the next step toward holiness today. Say “Yes” to this
journey and trust that God will lead you.
My revealing Lord, little by little You have shown us the path
to salvation. From the time of Adam and Eve until Your coming as
man, You have guided us back to full communion with You. In my own
life, reveal to me the path to holiness and give me the courage to
follow it. Help me to grow into sainthood, one step at a time.
Jesus, I trust in You.
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