Divine summon and our dedication (Homily for Monday of the 13th week in ordinary time year II June 29 2024
Homily for Monday of the 13th week in ordinary time year II June 29 2024 Amos 2:6-10, 13-16; Psalm 50; Mathew 8:18-22 Divine summon and our dedication A visionary leader equips their followers with the foresight to anticipate the challenges of a new venture, coupled with the reassurance of triumph. In today's gospel, Jesus candidly outlines the sacrifices entailed in discipleship to a Scribe who expressed a desire to follow Him. The motivations of the Scribe remain unclear, yet it is evident that the journey of discipleship would not mirror the prestige associated with his current role. Christianity calls for a life of service, and without a heart for service, one may find the faith unfulfilling. Jesus remarked that the Son of Man had no place to rest His head, posing a paradox: How could one so dedicated to benevolence lack even the most basic provisions? The underlying lesson is the asymmetry of kindness; the good we do may not always be reciprocated. Christian living demands a