27 June, 2023 | Tuesday of the Twelfth Week in Ordinary Time

 Gospel Mt 7:6, 12-14

Jesus said to his disciples:

"Do not give what is holy to dogs, or throw your pearls before swine,

lest they trample them underfoot, and turn and tear you to pieces.

"Do to others whatever you would have them do to you.

This is the Law and the Prophets.

"Enter through the narrow gate;

for the gate is wide and the road broad that leads to destruction,

and those who enter through it are many.

How narrow the gate and constricted the road that leads to life.

And those who find it are few."

Reflections:

Making one’s way through a narrow passage demands concentration and perseverance. It means avoiding the distractions of broader and more attractive pathways. How different the world would be if everyone followed this command of Jesus. This demands an active and creative love, and it includes forgiveness and love of enemies.

Can I be alert today to the temptation of wandering onto side roads that divert me from my ultimate destination? Can I pray for the grace to resist them?