The WORD today (See
http://usccb.org/bible/readings/060313.cfm)
reminds me how painful the truth can be.
Here in the Philippines, we have a saying that goes “Bato bato sa
langit, ang tamaan wag magalit” or some word it as “Bato bato sa
langit, ang tamaan, guilty.” Sometimes, the truth hurts, especially
when the truth makes us realize we should change our ways.
In the gospel, Jesus told the parable referring to the chief priests,
scribes and elders. He told them and made them realize that he knew what was in
their hearts, and what they are doing to Jesus. He was not concerned about
keeping the “peace” with these influential people of those times, nor of being
in good terms with them. Jesus was determined to preach the kingdom of God at
all cost – even his life.
How about us? What instances in life do we feel like the Pharisees? What
times have we experienced “pain”, knowing that we are guilty of something God
does not approve of? How many times have we been hit and rebuked with God’s
messages?
God loves us – we all know that. But it does not
mean he will
tolerate everything we are doing.
That is not love. He may sometimes allow things to happen, things that may hurt
us, because he knows that it may be the way he can get our attention. May we be
sensitive enough to recognize God’s ways of reminding us, and be humble enough
to admit and repent.
Father God,
Thank you for today. Thank you for another weekend. Thank you
for another week. Lord, I pray that as I start this week, I may be more
sensitive to you. May I hear your voice and listen to it, no matter how painful
it may be, and change my ways, so I won’t have to experience unnecessary pain
just for you to get my attention. Amen.
Blessed week!
In Christ,
-g-
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