Readings
I - 2 Sam. 1: 1-4, 11-12, 19, 23-27
II - Mk. 3: 20-21
DO GOOD AGAINST ALL ODDS
The Gospel passage of the day is just two verses with two points: one, Jesus was so busy about God’s work and accomplishing all good for the people that Jesus and his disciples did not even find time to have their food; and two, Jesus’ family, hearing the criticism that he has gone insane goes back to bring him back home.
Criticisms are common and remarks are irresistible. All good words spoken and noble deeds done could be misinterpreted and misrepresented. Do not lose heart and get discouraged. With Jesus as model, go on and forge ahead accomplishing all good untiringly, with great courage because the reward would be great in heaven. May our mind and heart resonate with the prayer: “Lord Jesus, make me like you”.
