Do you have the courage to do what is right? Your Weekly Reflection from CMMB
Last week, Jesus explained that a commitment of faith requires us to change our attitude toward material possessions and to take even more seriously our moral responsibilities. In today’s Gospel, Jesus reminds the crowd that those who commit to Him will find it affects the way they relate to friends and family. Even today, a commitment to Jesus forces us to examine the way we live our lives. Some of the things we hold true as Christians are not always popular.
Today’s Gospel reminds us that the decision to do the right thing, the good thing, is not always easy. From the beginning of time, God’s call to justice has been clear. The Law and the Prophets of ancient Israel both preserve a deep tradition of social justice. Jesus himself proclaimed and embodied a society ruled by justice and charity.
Our commitment to vulnerable women and children is behind everything we do. With the power to access healthcare services and infrastructure, we know they will live healthier lives. Our faith tells us that through the power of love and respect, they will know human dignity. Together, we can and will change the world:
Jesus said to his disciples: ‘I have come to set the earth on fire,
and how I wish it were already blazing!’ – Luke 12:49-53
Remember that through the power of the Holy Spirit, we can seek the gift of fortitude to help us remain strong. Let’s pray that we always have the courage to stand behind our mission and do the right thing.
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Today’s reflection is inspired by and adapted from the Loyola Press Sunday Connection.