Be the source of true peace in your world!
Sunday blessings!
People talk about peace, but there cannot be peace without justice. Our Gospel reading today, St. Luke 12:49-53, highlights this truth. We will focus on the following section:
“Do you think that I have come to bring peace on earth? No, I tell you, but rather division.
Luke 12:51
It might seem strange that Jesus speaks about causing division instead of peace, but listen— the peace we often think exists in the world is an illusion! Many situations people live in are far from peaceful. When we judge our family or neighbors, we are not at peace with them. So, when we follow Jesus, we may not always find peace with everyone.
Our peace is a peace of Divine Love!
The peace Jesus provides is an inner peace. When we have that peace, we reflect it from deep within our hearts.
However, this inner peace can cause division among those unable or unwilling to share this love. Today, I will share the story of St. Lawrence the Martyr. When Emperor Valerian inquired about the riches of the Church, Lawrence responded by presenting the poor of Rome.
St. Lawrence was murdered for doing this! St. Lawrence followed his Savior and died for true peace.
May we have the true peace of Jesus and say to the world by how we live, that without justice, there cannot be peace!
Be the change you want to see in your world!
Sunday Blessings!
Pax. The Hermit of Peace.
Hermitage of Peace 