The phrase “know your place” comes to mind in reflection
about the texts today from the Roman Catholic Lectionary. Much of the language
in the letter to Titus does not fit well with our modern sense to rebel against
prescriptions for behaviour from authority figures. Certainly we know too well
of the abuse which has been wrought by those in power. In many family traditions,
the elder family members are treated politely with deference. The expectation
on parents is for them to be wise teachers of children. Love motivates partners
to care for each other. The picture of order in the letter to Titus is
attractive to many. The witness of a life within these bounds is evidence of
the transformation from lives of impiety and worldly passions to the self
control and self sacrifice of those living to deepen their relationship with
Jesus. The Gospel of Luke offers us the place chosen by Jesus as slave to
others. Our life in Jesus is involved with our choice to follow Him in putting
the needs of others at the forefront of our work in the vineyard.
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