1 Kings 18:20-39
Psalm 15(16):1-2,4-5,8,11
Matthew 5:17-19
In today’s gospel (Matthew 5:17-19), Jesus explicitly states that He did not come to abolish the Law but to fulfill and perfect it. He also warns that anyone who disregards even the least of the commandments and teaches others to do the same will face severe consequences, emphasizing the importance of adherence. To follow the Lord’s commandments wisely and humbly, we need the gift of divine wisdom and understanding to interpret and live by them rightly.
Achievements and accolades gained on earth can never compare to the fulfillment found in living a life of humility, simplicity, and peace. When considering God’s laws, do you see them as restrictions limiting your freedom, or as guiding principles that set you free?
May we be granted wisdom to remember that these laws are designed to liberate us and help us live in accordance with the commandments of the Lord. Amen
Fr Joseph Osho
