The readings today really got me thinking. What keeps drawing my attention are the words of the first reading paired with Jesus’ words in today’s Gospel, “…why do you not know how to interpret the present time? Why do you not judge for yourselves what is right?”

I invite you to reflect on Paul’s words: “[I] urge you to live in a manner worthy of the call you have received, with all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another through love, striving to preserve the unity of the spirit through the bond of peace; one Body and one Spirit, as you were also called to the one hope of your call; one Lord, one faith, one baptism; one God and Father of all, who is over all and through all and in all” (Eph 4:1-6)

Jesus asks us to acknowledge and do what is right and just. Am I living in a way filled with humility and gentleness, with patience and love, in unity and peace for the good of all God’s people? Do I give unspoken consent to situations by remaining silent, thinking my voice or actions will make no difference in my family, community, country, environment or the world?

We are so very fortunate that our Lord and Father has revealed to us the mysteries of His kingdom. Pray and do what is right and just. It is what we are called to do, through all and in all things. Amen!

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