Matthew 18:21-35 & Jeremiah 7:23-28 The merciful king who forgave his servant his debt looked forward in hope, towards the potential of a fresh start in life for this slave. The slave in turn, when he chose not to forgive a fellow slave who owed him money, looked backward with retribution in mind. Jesus, working from a basis of faith, hope, and love, calls each of us to look forward to the possibilities of life restored, not backward to debts and trespasses committed. Am I turning away from Christ Jesus to look backward or am I keeping my eyes forward to walk in the footsteps of my Redeemer? Holy Spirit, help me look forward not backward. Lead me in your truth, and teach me, for you are the God of my salvation. (Psalm 25:5) The opposite of resentment is forgiveness. Pope Francis, Amoris Laetitia, 105 www.gospelmysteryoftheday.weebly.com & Gospel Mystery of the Day on Facebook Soli ad gloriam Dei
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AuthorBeverly Illauq lives in Kemptville, Ontario, where she greets each morning by seeking the Gospel Mystery of the Day - the Word of the Lord for direct and practical application to the specific challenges & joys of the day. ArchivesCategories |