By Amala William, CSC –
Readings: 1Tim 1: 1-2, 12-14; Lk 6: 39-42
In the 1st reading we see the gratefulness of St. Paul to Jesus Christ for having called him to be a tremendous change among the unbelievers. He acknowledges his unworthiness at being called an apostle of Christ. God’s grace enabled him to be a vigorous bearer of good news.
The Gospel begins with a well-known saying ‘Can a blind person guide another?’ We are all weak in flesh and easily fall into the trap of evil by committing sin. Here, Jesus is very clear that one’s exemplary living is very important before pointing out the fault of others. I do point out faults of my companions in the games field before they correct mine. I put on a kind of mask hiding my face in it, while I expose them.
This event may look insignificant; similar to this a lot can happen in our daily life. When we do this, it can occur, a) In the name of helping him I may do harm to that person (misguidance) b) I may tend to pinpoint others’ weakness always than appreciate the God given talents, c) My aid may not be effective on the others because my word and action contradict each other. Readings of today invite me to ‘Be a credible witness of Christ’ not merely in my words but in actions too.