Gospel for November 5 2023 – Matthew 23:1-12
Gospel Reflections for November 5 2023
The greatest title you can have
A World Series win is the greatest honor for baseball players. Maybe next year it will happen for the Dodgers or Angels.
Today’s Gospel is also about titles.
There are many honorable titles you can have, such as doctor, judge, or professor. But they each involve expensive education and training.
The Gospel today gives Jesus the noble title of Teacher. But there is a noble title that Jesus also wants for you, and it is available no matter what your income, education, or age. Jesus hopes you will be …a Learner.
That simply means you will be hungry for wisdom and cultivate an open mind that is eager to gain new information. It also implies humility in that you recognize you do not have all the answers yet but are willing to listen to wisdom and …learn. This is a source of happiness!
God designed you to feel happy when you learn something new. I see that in students when they suddenly understand a lesson. They smile …and happily say, I got it! Knowledge brings joy! You were designed by God to figure things out, and are happy when you do!
Sometimes learning happens in a flash of insight …but it usually takes more time. It is important to stay with a problem and keep seeking wisdom. Seeking answers is like walking on a winding country road. You cannot see the end in the distance. The road, and the right answer, is only revealed …as you walk along its path.
Your journey to God is like that winding country road. Wisdom comes only as you walk. Be patient with yourself when dealing with a problem. Wisdom comes by walking the path.
St. Bruno will help you on your journey. Ever Sunday, of course, is your time to connect with Jesus, Your Teacher, at Mass in the scriptures and Eucharist. Take the time to connect fully and personally at Mass.
I have also written many articles that connect our faith with real life that you might find useful. Some are at the doors of St. Bruno Church, and all are available in the “More Articles” section at DaveHeney.com.
You can also attend one or more of our upcoming presentations on the Eucharist. You will see that program on our website as well.
All will help you have the greatest title of all, to be seeker of wisdom and …a LEARNER!
God Bless!
Fr. Dave
I enjoy your writings on items that affect our Eternal Joy and Experience both here on Earth and later when we depart our Earthly bounds. Truly worthwhile listening to and putting into practice. The title of Learner is best of Titles used properly.
Thanks for all you are and do in furthering this process for us to grasp. God Bless you and your vocation.
Thank you!
Dear Father Dave,
So true! Great metaphor.. Thank you.
So often, finding answers to life’s issues and subsequent problems takes patience, diligence, and devotion.
The path to heaven can get bumpy!
God bless.
Kathleen
Patience, diligence, and wisdom. Yes, exactly!
Thank you Fr. Dave.
I’m learning all the time. Thanks to the great evangelists who are preaching
the good news of the the Gospel and giving us insights on how to live better lives.
Yes, thy are great teachers!