Sunday Reflection (September 1, 2019)

When we think of the Old Testament we may have the image of God on Mt. Sinai as was mentioned last week. The Israelites could not even approach the mountain and Moses trembled with fear. However, one aspect of the Old Testament that we may overlook is the Old Testament’s thorough emphasis upon fairness and justice in society (Psalm 82).

Jesus expressed the spirit of the Scripture in his teachings and manner of life, and part of this teaching and manner highlighted God rejection of the proud and arrogant in favor of the poor and dispossessed. Jesus encourages us to invite the poor, dispossessed, down and out, and the lame in body or spirit
(Luke 14:1, 12-14).

God our Father has welcomed us into a fellowship with God through Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit. May we welcome others and invite others into our lives when the opportunity presents itself, but do not let that be an excuse because we may have to create the opportunity.