By Raison D’Souza, CSC –
Readings: Rom 8:26-30; Lk 13:22-30
Usually everyone prefers to walk through a broad door – one which is easy to go through and does not require much effort. The narrow door makes it uncomfortable and uneasy to pass through. That is the reason consciously or unconsciously one prefers the broad door to walk in or out.
When someone asked Jesus, “Will only a few be saved?” instead of answering directly, Jesus replies, “strive to enter through the narrow door…” Salvation of God is open to all and is free but it requires effort from the person who wants to be saved. Jesus extends his hand towards me, inviting me to enter through the narrow door and at the same time, he expects me to extend my hand towards him.
When I delve into the various activities of the community and outside, I tend to lose my focus on Jesus who extends his hand to raise me up. Monthly reflections, confessions and the daily Eucharist are some of the ways to bounce back and extend my hands towards Jesus who is open to receive me in his arms. Hence, it is an invitation to make use of these opportunities that are at my disposal in my community.