Embracing Courageous Meekness: Jesus’ Response To Violence.
A strong alarm alerts us if someone threatens our lives. We might run, call the police, hide, or defend ourselves. Protecting ourselves is an innate instinct that leads us to either withdraw or confront the danger.
Throughout His ministry, Jesus frequently confronted the scribes and Pharisees. He accused them of being wolves rather than good shepherds, since wolves tend to prey on the vulnerable and weak. In today’s gospel, Jesus did not pose a physical threat to the leaders; instead, He withdrew to a deserted place.
Despite the danger, people still followed Him, and His compassionate heart was moved by their illnesses. He ignored the threat to his life and focused on the most vulnerable and helpless individuals. How can you prevent healings from becoming known?
Gospel Challenge:
Discover Your Inner Strength: What are you willing to risk for love? Like Jesus, your meek and gentle heart can face any danger without resorting to violence.
September 13, 2025, Luke 6:43-49 https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/091325.cfm Deep Roots I know a friend whose neighbor’s tree fell on her house during a tropical storm. It was
September 12, 2025, Luke 6:49-42 https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/091225.cfm Humility And Mercy “When fully trained, every disciple will be like his teacher.” This is the grace of God,
September 11, 2025, Luke 6:27-38 https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/091125.cfm Keeping Your Honor Cherishing our honor is essential, but losing sight of it can make us feel disconnected from
Luke 6:20-26 https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/091025.cfm Poor, Hungry, Weeping, Hated, And Persecuted – But Blessed. What a challenge Jesus presents to us! A willingness to be poor, hungry, crying,
Fr. Rick’s Two-Minute Homily for Saturday, 15th Week in Ordinary Time
July 19, 2025, Luke 12:14-21
https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/071925.cfm
Embracing Courageous Meekness: Jesus’ Response To Violence.
A strong alarm alerts us if someone threatens our lives. We might run, call the police, hide, or defend ourselves. Protecting ourselves is an innate instinct that leads us to either withdraw or confront the danger.
Throughout His ministry, Jesus frequently confronted the scribes and Pharisees. He accused them of being wolves rather than good shepherds, since wolves tend to prey on the vulnerable and weak. In today’s gospel, Jesus did not pose a physical threat to the leaders; instead, He withdrew to a deserted place.
Despite the danger, people still followed Him, and His compassionate heart was moved by their illnesses. He ignored the threat to his life and focused on the most vulnerable and helpless individuals. How can you prevent healings from becoming known?
Gospel Challenge:
Discover Your Inner Strength: What are you willing to risk for love? Like Jesus, your meek and gentle heart can face any danger without resorting to violence.
.
Love Your Neighbor!
Fr. Rick Pilger, IC
pastor@bscchurch.com
Share:
More Posts
Father Rick’s Two-Minute Homily for Saturday, 23rd Week in Ordinary Time
September 13, 2025, Luke 6:43-49 https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/091325.cfm Deep Roots I know a friend whose neighbor’s tree fell on her house during a tropical storm. It was
Fr. Rick’s Two-Minute Homily for Friday, 23rd Week in Ordinary Time
September 12, 2025, Luke 6:49-42 https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/091225.cfm Humility And Mercy “When fully trained, every disciple will be like his teacher.” This is the grace of God,
Father Rick’s Two-Minute Homily for Thursday, 23rd Week in Ordinary Time
September 11, 2025, Luke 6:27-38 https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/091125.cfm Keeping Your Honor Cherishing our honor is essential, but losing sight of it can make us feel disconnected from
Fr. Rick’s Two-Minute Homily for September 10, 2025,
Luke 6:20-26 https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/091025.cfm Poor, Hungry, Weeping, Hated, And Persecuted – But Blessed. What a challenge Jesus presents to us! A willingness to be poor, hungry, crying,
Categories
Send Us A Message