Dangers Disciples Must Avoid Today’s readings (Numbers 11:25-29, Psalm 19, James 5:1-6, Mark 9:38-43, 45, 47-48) caution us against four dangers that can undermine our discipleship. 1. Jealousy In the first reading and gospel, we see jealousy rearing its head. Moses’ followers and John wanted to restrict others from exercising their gifts. Jealousy stems from […]
Monthly Archives: September 2024
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The Apostolic Mission Proverbs 30:5-9, Psalm 119, Luke 9:1-6 Today’s gospel (Luke 9:1-6) recalls Jesus’ commissioning of the Twelve Apostles, tasking them to preach, heal, and deliver. This enduring mandate underscores the ongoing need for us to proclaim the truth, bring healing, and free souls from ignorance and sin. Beloved, are we authentic preachers, compassionate […]
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The Heart of the King PROVERBS 21:1-6, 10-13; PSALM 119; LUKE 8:19-21 The first reading reminds us of God’s absolute sovereignty over all creation, particularly the hearts of leaders. Proverbs 21:1 declares, “The king’s heart is in the hand of the Lord, like the rivers of water; He turns it wherever He wishes.” This […]
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A Lamp on a Stand Proverbs 3:27-34; Psalm 14; Luke 8:16-18 Luke 8:16-18 Luke 8:16–18 presents us with the parable of the lamp. In this parable, Christ exhorts his disciples to shine so that others may see (Luke 8:16). He was not encouraging hypocrisy; rather, he wants us to live in accordance with the illumination […]
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The Path to True Greatness Wisdom 2:12,17-20/Psalm 53:3-6,8/James 3:16-4:3/Mark 9:30-37 A. INTRODUCTION: Today’s Gospel, is divided into three parts. Mark 9:30-32 (Jesus predicts his suffering); Mark 9:33-34 (dispute about greatness) and Mark 9:35-37 (the example of a child). In these ways Jesus teaches his disciples about the path to true greatness. Greatness is real […]
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The Parable of the Children in the Market Place 1 Corinthians 12:31-13:13; PSALM 33; LUKE 7:31-35 In today’s gospel, Jesus shares a parable that challenges our perceptions and expectations. The people of his time were like children in the marketplace, criticising both John the Baptist and himself for not meeting their expectations. Criticism and gossip […]
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Speck and a Log 1 Corinthians 9:16-19, 22-27; Psalm 84; Luke 6:39-42 Hyperbole is a literary tool that Jesus Christ occasionally used to make a point. In one such instance, Jesus questioned, “Why do you see the speck in your neighbour’s eye, but do not notice the log in your own eye? We have the […]
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The Beatitudes 1 Corinthians 7:25-31, Psalm 45; Luke 6:20-26 Luke 6:20–26 presents us with Luke’s version of the Beatitudes, sometimes called the “sermon on the plain. It is so named because, according to Luke, Jesus came down from the mountain and stood on a plain surface to deliver his sermon. In Luke’s gospel, the sermon […]
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When children are over-pampered by their parents or guardians they become useless to themselves and to others in future. They find it difficult to take up challenges or accept obstacles in life. Don’t misunderstand me; love, care for, and provide for your kids, but don’t over-pamper them. When they are over-pampered, they frequently rely on […]
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Judge: Humility and reality 1 Corinthians 4:1-5; Psalm 37; Luke 5:33-39 To judge is to develop an opinion or to make a critical decision; to infer or to come to a conclusion about a person. Because we are spared from having to judge ourselves, judging others is simple. Let us be mindful of the times […]
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