The texts from the Roman Catholic Lectionary today invite consideration of the attitude we adopt when we present ourselves as being on top of the world. This attitude is often one fueled by our ego and bravado. The Prophet Jeremiah describes how the failure of the people Judah to rely on God instead of human political manipulation brings destruction and exile. However the Prophet points to the renewal of the Davidic dynasty on the eschatological “day of the Lord.” when mercy and forgiveness of God is experienced by the people. In the Gospel from Matthew, the bluster and impetuousness of Peter as he steps out of the boat meets fear of the unknown as his faith falters and Jesus restores him to safety in the boat. The faith of Peter grew in the humility of sinking is an irony for us to ponder.
Tuesday, August 2, 2016
On top of the waves
The texts from the Roman Catholic Lectionary today invite consideration of the attitude we adopt when we present ourselves as being on top of the world. This attitude is often one fueled by our ego and bravado. The Prophet Jeremiah describes how the failure of the people Judah to rely on God instead of human political manipulation brings destruction and exile. However the Prophet points to the renewal of the Davidic dynasty on the eschatological “day of the Lord.” when mercy and forgiveness of God is experienced by the people. In the Gospel from Matthew, the bluster and impetuousness of Peter as he steps out of the boat meets fear of the unknown as his faith falters and Jesus restores him to safety in the boat. The faith of Peter grew in the humility of sinking is an irony for us to ponder.
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