Not calling the righteous

The texts from the Roman Catholic Lectionary highlight some of the mystery and wonder of the radical relationship to which the Divine invites humanity. The letter to the Hebrews reminds us of the “double edged sword” of the living Word which is a relationship with a priest Son of the father who has all human experience to bring to our intimacy. The Gospel of Mark recounts the calling of the tax collector Levi, one who was unclean and a sinner for his working with the Romans. Jesus creates a relationship in which Levi is attracted and Jesus is present to the outcast where he lives. A mysterious relationship with radical action is our heritage.