Taking Offense at Jesus?
Wednesday, February 4, 2026 2 Sam 24:2, 9-17; Mk 6:1-6 In today’s Gospel, Jesus struggles with the lack of faith of his own villagers. Referring to Jesus’ friends and relatives, the Gospel reads that ‘they took offense at Jesus.’ Hence, the word ‘offense’ calls for our reflection. 1. Offense as Disparaging Jesus’ Origins: Jesus encounters resistance […]