Saturday Of Week 19 In Ordinary Time

Ezekiel 18:1-10,​13,​30-32
Psalm 50(51):12-15,18-19
Matthew 19:13-15

IT IS NEVER LATE TO CHANGE, RETURN TO THE LORD AND LIVE

What we do with our lives really does matter. How we live each day truly is of ultimate importance , because the cumulative effect of our daily behavior will reveal whether we chose the path to life or the path to death, the way to happiness or the way to sad.

In today’s first reading emphasizes the significance of our daily actions and their cumulative impact on our lives. God, through his prophet Ezekiel, sets forth the conditions for a life of righteousness and justice. The prophet’s words urge us to consider how our attitudes and actions may inadvertently oppress others, reminding us to avoid prioritizing our needs over those of others and to refrain from behaviors that could be considered as taking advantage.

In all, passage offers a sobering reflection on the potential impact of our choices, while also conveying a message of hope by emphasizing the possibility of change and renewal. It concludes with a reminder that it is never too late to embrace a new way of life.

In the gospel passage, Christ’s response to the disciples’ rebuke of children underscores the importance of embracing and welcoming all individuals, emphasizing that no barriers, including sensitive issues or parental guidance, should hinder anyone from encountering the blessings and love of God. This narrative encourages individuals to embody a childlike faith and trust in Jesus, underscoring the value of embracing a mindset characterized by openness and humility.

Fr Joseph Osho