Matt. 5:29; "It is better for you to lose one of your members than for your whole body to go into hell."
By REV. FR. PAUL ANIGBORO
In our Gospel reading today, Jesus challenges us to discover the parts of our lives that need to be cut off and tossed out. He points out that sin starts in the heart. For example, in the case of adultery, even if we only fantasize about having an affair, we're sinning. Why? Because adulterous thoughts push away our concern and love for the spouse who's now being abandoned, even if only for a few moments.
To tear out and throw away means to search our hearts. What is in our hearts that is endangering purity and Holy thought? Whatever it is will stop us from having a pure love for God and his people. Thus we are called to tear out and throw away. We must strive to overcome sin and not become comfortable in sin.
Lord, help me to give up before you everything that drives me away from your paths and chains me to evil and sin. Take control of my life. purify me and give me the strength I need to follow you with strong decision and courage. Amen.
Good morning and do have a wonderful day. God loves you.
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