There are two themes in the readings today that caught my eye: to eat and children. As a parent, auntie, uncle, grandparent or child care provider, you know what it’s like to feed little ones: a lot of trial and error, small bites, smacking of lips, using hands to explore and get accustomed to smells, tastes, and textures. Modeling of eating and sharing of food also takes place. There is a back and forth, give and take of food and relationship. Trust and bonding is woven throughout the eating process.
So it is with the passages in today’s Scriptures. In the first reading God tells Ezekiel to open his mouth to eat what He will give him. Ezekiel did so and it was as sweet as honey in his mouth. He was then instructed to speak the words of the Lord God to others. I sometimes struggle to remember that I too am instructed to speak the words of the Lord to others. I forget that I must listen, reflect, check for understanding, and share with those around me.
The disciples seemed to have similar experiences when trying to learn from Jesus, their Master. Jesus had to physically put a child in their midst to show them what He meant. Whoever becomes like a humble child is the greatest in the Kingdom of Heaven.
I receive the Word of God by listening to it at Mass or reading Scripture. I consume the Body and Blood of our Lord during the Eucharistic feast. It is my responsibility to unpack the wonder and meaning of this sacred meal. I need to digest and act on what the Father has shared with me.
Our Heavenly Father doesn’t want to lose one sheep – one person, or one child. Each individual is precious to Him. I have a responsibility to share His relationship with all as I go through my days. So eat, child, and share the Good News.
Daily Reading
Tuesday of the Nineteenth Week in Ordinary Time
Reading 1 Ez 2:8—3:4 The Lord GOD said to me:As for you, son of man, obey me when I speak to you:be not rebellious like this house of rebellion,but open…
Saint of the Day
Pope Saint Pontian
Pope Saint Pontian, who reigned from 230-235, holds the distinction of being the first pontiff to abdicate.
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