Wednesday, June 17, 2026 2 Kgs 2:1, 6-14; Mt 6: 1-6, 16-18 Today’s Gospel highlights the temptation of performing righteous deeds for human recognition. In this regard, while spirituality points to an internal communion with God, ‘synagogues and street corners’ symbolize human craving for vainglory. Jesus helps us distinguish between true religiosity and external display. […]
Tuesday, June 16, 2026 1 Kgs 21: 17-29; Mt 5: 43-48 Today’s Gospel highlights the most challenging command of loving our enemies. It is somewhat unthinkable for those of us who were brought up with the idea that we should love our family, friends, and neighbors. Had we enjoyed a good and responsible upbringing, our
Monday, June 15, 2026 1 Kgs 21: 1-16; Mt 5: 38-42 Today’s Gospel highlights offering no resistance to what sounds at times like ‘unfair’ demands as a Christian response. The text prompts us to question if Jesus wants his followers to be passive victims. How can we understand Jesus’ teaching about offering no resistance? The
