Wisdom 12: 13, 16-19
Psalm 86: 5-6, 9-10, 15-16
Romans 8: 26-27
Matthew 13: 24-43
The Gospel this week, if we proclaim the entire passage, is long and contains three parables. And we might be justified in wondering what relation those last two (mustard seed and yeast) have to do with the first (weeds and wheat).
Let's consider the Gospel in the context of the rest of the Scripture readings this week, with their emphasis on the strength, mercy and compassion of God. An act of mercy and forgiveness on God's part- the One who is Infinitely All That Is Good- would be to God as small as a mustard seed, but to we who receive this compassion, it means the world. And if we who receive this mercy in turn do our small part to extend mercy to others, the effect balloons and extends well beyond the limits of our comprehension.
- How have you felt God's mercy in your life?
- How have you been compassionate to others?
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