Homily for Tuesday of the 1st Week in Ordinary Time

Just as the people of Capernaum crowded around Jesus, He invites us to listen to His "new teaching with authority." His teachings, which brought new life to those in darkness, are not just a historical account but a call to action for us today. We, too, are in need of this new life and renewed perspective.

The Old Testament often describes the struggles of ordinary people and how they faced them. Similar challenges faced by those in Jesus' time are illustrated in the stories of Him driving out demons and speaking with authority. 

Today's scriptures encourage us to seek answers to the profound and creative grace that underlies our existence. They remind us to wait patiently and prayerfully, to pour out our souls to God, to be prepared for personal struggles through moments of simplicity and by emptying ourselves, and to recognize that Jesus has experienced all our trials firsthand so that, in Him, we may find our true glory and honor as children of God.