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There are times when compassion takes precedence over legal niceties. Jesus comes down on the side of compassion.
The Pharisees protest when Jesus’ disciples seem to be disregarding the requirements of Sabbath observance. But as Lord of the Sabbath Jesus approves their actions.
Observant Jews fasted as expiation for sins, to express their wretchedness before God. Jesus expects his followers to be happy, to be grateful in his company.
I love to write. Since I was a boy, paper and pencil have been on my list of favorite things.
Jesus is still generous today. He provides the sacraments, Scriptures, the Church’s teaching, and the companionship of the faithful.
Jesus’ plan for dealing with someone in the community who sins urges us to begin “one on one,” so as to minimize the embarrassment or good reputation of the person.
Everything in Jesus’ ministry was intended to proclaim that God’s love was taking over the world–that through Jesus all creation would be brought to fulfillment.
Jesus casts out the evil in our lives by strengthening us to overcome our moral deficiencies. His power is always at work to make us more like him.
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MT 18:15-20
Jesus said to his disciples: “If your brother sins against you, go and tell him his fault between you and him alone. If he listens to you, you have won over your brother.
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by Father Greg Friedman, OFM
Jesus will perform wonders when and how he sees fit. Nobody has a claim on them. Jesus will work on his own terms.
