Homily for Tuesday of the 11th Week in Ordinary Time

Our natural inclination is to be generous to those for whom we feel warmth and esteem. However, Jesus teaches us to extend our goodwill to individuals outside our immediate circle of friends and loved ones. Embracing this teaching challenges us to push our generosity beyond its limits.

According to Jesus, we should reflect some aspect of God in our interactions with others. His love shines equally on good and bad people, and the rain falls on the just and unjust. This lifestyle, as taught by Jesus, is only possible with the guidance of the Holy Spirit, who dwells among us and within us.

Regardless of the depth of our hurt or the validity of our anger, we can seek God’s forgiveness for those who have wronged us. Embracing this act of forgiveness can have transformative power in our lives.