Today's second reading is well-known, even by non-Christians. Often read at weddings, the reading on love in Corinthians reminds us of what pure love should look like. The qualities are beautiful and challenging. Loving is no easy task.
In the Gospel, we see Jesus filled with great power through the Holy Spirit, announcing the wonders of Scripture and how that very day the words were being fulfilled. Those listening were amazed and could scarcely believe that Joseph's son could be so articulate and wise. In life, we need people who will love us for who we are, not just for who they think we are. We need people to believe in us, to see that as adults we may not be the same people we were as youths. We may have put away our childish ways and embraced a new way of living. The greatest gift you can give someone is to love them as they are--not as who you wish they were.
Peace,
Suzanne
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