Not long ago, the Gospel for Sunday (Mark 9:30-37) recalled an experience of Jesus with His disciples in which He caught them arguing about who was the greatest among them. Jesus, of course, would have none of it, as he placed a child in their midst and invited them t become like little children. Jesus wanted the disciples of His time and of all times, to humbly work together to accomplish God's work and other work that must be done. He sent out His disciples two-by-two to do His work and to always work together. There was, and is, no room for envy, jealousy and superiority in those who follow Jesus.
How sad it is when we witness people who should be working together as colleagues, but instead view others they work with as enemies. The Congress of the United States is a good example of where this is clerly going on. The upcoming election, once again, gives Americans the opportunity to select peole who represent themselves with a Christ-like demeanor.
How sad it is when we witness people who should be working together as colleagues, but instead view others they work with as enemies. The Congress of the United States is a good example of where this is clerly going on. The upcoming election, once again, gives Americans the opportunity to select peole who represent themselves with a Christ-like demeanor.
I pray, first of all, that we all properly prepare ourselves to vote for people and issues that are on the ballot November 6. Secondly, let us all pray that those who are in public office and those who wish to be, will seek what is truly best for the people they serve - and not according to their own selfish interests. Finally, I pray we all seek to grow in faith, hope and love daily, so we can do our part to spread the Good News of Jesus to others and be better equipped to choose public servants who want to, and strive to give glory to God by their words and works every day.