Mass Reading & Reflection for Date: October 30th

First Reading: (Romans 8:31–39)

Responsorial Psalm: (Psalm 109)

Response: Save me, Lord, with your merciful love.

Gospel: (Luke 13:31–35)

The Gospel of the Lord.
Praise to you, Lord Jesus Christ.

Reflection:

Many times, we have reacted poorly to those who reveal our weaknesses. We have turned them into enemies simply because they told us the truth. Yet, only a true friend will tell you your weaknesses; an enemy conceals them, letting them destroy you.

In today’s gospel, some Pharisees, whom Jesus often criticized for hypocrisy, warned Him about Herod’s plan to kill Him. Despite being publicly corrected by Jesus, they told Him the truth. They chose honesty and protection over resentment or vengeance. Information is life and death. 

3 Lesson for us today:

• Those who tell you the truth are not your enemies. Accept correction with humility.

• When part of a group planning evil, be courageous and reveal the truth to protect the innocent.

• Stand out from wrongdoing; do not let loyalty to a group make you complicit in evil.

We learn from these Pharisees that truth and justice must come before fear of social backlash, and that protecting good and innocent people is always worth courage.

Have a wonderful Thursday and God bless you.
-Pal Ronnie-