Reflection for WEDNESDAY, 3rd Week of Lent.

By

Fr. Aloysius Santiago sdb
Director, Social Action Movement, Don Bosco Bidar

Today's Gospel Verses 

Matthew 5:17-19   

I have not come to abolish the Law and the Prophets but to complete them 

Jesus said to his disciples: ‘Do not imagine that I have come to abolish the Law or the Prophets. I have come not to abolish but to complete them. I tell you solemnly, till heaven and earth disappear, not one dot, not one little stroke, shall disappear from the Law until its purpose is achieved. Therefore, the man who infringes even one of the least of these commandments and teaches others to do the same will be considered the least in the kingdom of heaven; but the man who keeps them and teaches them will be considered great in the kingdom of heaven.’ 


Today's Reflection on the readings 


Whenever we talk about the topic of obedience, we can expect that there will be many views and opinions.

Because in the first place, obedience is often seen as a limitation of freedom, and that is usually where the contention comes.

But generally speaking, obedience can have two aspects – one is enforced obedience, which comes with punishment if obedience is not adhered to.

The other is rational obedience, where the purpose of obeying a law or rule is clear because it is for personal good as well as for the good of others.

In the 1st reading, Moses reiterated the goodness of the Laws and Commandments that God gave to His people.

And if the people keep these God-given laws and commandment, even other nations will say that no other people is as wise and prudent as the people of God.

But Moses also warned the people: Take care what you do and be on your guard.

Because the human tendency is to disobey and give in to freedom of desires, which is always as expression of selfishness and greed.

Jesus came not to abolish the Law or Commandments; rather He came to fulfill them.

Jesus is the Truth, the Way and the Life.

When we pledge our obedience to God’s Truth and walk the Way of Jesus, then we will have life and life to the full.

Call for obedience by following the commandments. 

GOD BLESS YOU

Good morning. Have a nice day.

Let's through the intercession of St. Joseph, Pray for all Christian families.