Thamajoy Reang csc –
Readings: Rom 6: 19 – 23; Lk 12: 49 – 53
In the first reading we hear St. Paul speaking about the natural limitations of human beings and inclination to impurity. He urges us to get rid of our old ways of living and to embrace newness that we find in Jesus Christ. He reminds us that we have been freed from the slavery of sin by Christ and that now we have the ability to live lives of righteousness.
In doing so, we will gain eternal life which is a gift from the father. And in the Gospel Jesus says, “I have come to bring fire to the earth”. We are called to join Jesus to set our lives with the fire of love, conviction, and commitment. The good news that Jesus communicated and demonstrated is not accepted by everyone.
This brings conflicts and tensions in the families and communities. Unity and peace can only be achieved when we show others through our lives that belief in Christ is the right way to live and that it is not a burden, but a joyful and liberating experience. We are invited to follow and serve the Lord in all the circumstances with the conviction that his peace is an everlasting one.