A Rebellious Heart.
13 August 2024
19th Week Ordinary Time
Tuesday
Ezek 2:8-34
Meditation
A Rebellious Heart.
Ezekiel was asked to eat
the scroll of lament and mourning and woe. He was told not to be rebellious. We
know well that the people of Israel were known for their rebellion against
God. Most people have rebellious attitudes.
Fighting for rights and values of life is not a rebellion. The rebellious people are proud, and they do
not give due importance to people in authority. They also do not obey the laws
and commandments of God. Ezekiel speaks the word of God to the people of Israel
though it was an impossible task.
The rebellious people are
disgruntled not satisfied with life and with themselves. They find fault with
others and with systems. A person needs certain humility and willpower to work
along with the existing system and to bring about renewal and transformation.
Dashing out without thought and action is not working for transformation. One
has to be well grounded and keep in mind the overall scenario in context and
work of transformation of the society and above all renewal of one’s life. Life
renewal is a struggle, but the Lord gives the grace to work for a good cause.
Do we listen to the Word
of God and renew our lives?
Ss Pontian and Hippolytus
Fr Putti Anthaiah Sdb
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