It's not uncommon for people with high ideals to be intolerant, scandalized, or easily offended. While some may suggest that they need to be more streetwise, Jesus teaches us not to give them a reason to be scandalized, no matter how hardened they are to life's challenges.
Admittedly, it's not easy for idealistic people to forgive the weaknesses and flaws of others. Although they may possess great virtues, they may struggle to understand the power of temptation and may overlook the goodness in others. This lack of forgiveness can be a stumbling block for unbelievers, driving them away from the Church.
However, Jesus reminds us that sin and failure are inevitable. He doesn't tell us to condemn those who sin but rather to balance our quest for holiness with faith in God's work in the lives of others, even those who fall short (which includes all of us).
Let's strive to be more forgiving, more understanding, and more merciful, as we journey towards our shared goal of spiritual perfection.
Homily for Saturday of the 28th Week in Ordinary Time
Homily for the Feast of St. Luke, Evangelist
Homily for the Memorial of St. Ignatius of Antioch
Homily for Monday of the 28th Week in Ordinary Time
Homily for the 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Homily for Saturday of the 27th Week in Ordinary Time
Homily for Friday of the 27th Week in Ordinary Time
Homily for Thursday of the 27th Week in Ordinary Time
Homily for the Memorial of St. John XXIII
Homily for Tuesday of the 27th Week in Ordinary Time
Homily for Monday of the 27th Week in Ordinary Time
Homily for the 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Homily for the Memorial of Our Lady of the Rosary
Homily for Friday of the 26th Week in Ordinary Time
Homily for Thursday of the 26th Week in Ordinary Time
Homily for the Memorial of St. Francis of Assisi
Homily for Tuesday of the 23rd Week in Ordinary Time
Homily for the Memorial of the Guardian Angels
Homily for the 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Homily for the Memorial of St. Jerome
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