Gospel
Matthew 5:43-48
Reading
"Be perfect, just as your heavenly Father is perfect.” (Matthew 4 : 48).
Revelation
The call to be perfect as the heavenly Father is perfect is a call to mature in love and moral character, striving for a higher standard of righteousness. We should be open to radical changes and be more embracing rather than be confrontational.
Reflection
Perfection is our willingness to change no matter what the circumstances are. Just as seasons or conditions changes, we too should learn to adopt to an ever changing environment or situation. We can not stop the sun from shining nor the rain from falling. Instead of looking at the discomforts, we should learn to focus on the benefits.
Response
Lord Jesus,
Teacher of love divine, Your command to love is a holy sign. Not limited to those who love us back, but extended to all, none do we lack. Teach us to love our enemies too, to respond with kindness in all we do. Instead of revenge, let prayer be our call, reflecting Your grace that covers all.
You show us the way of unconditional love, kind to the ungrateful, Your mercy from above. Help us to strive for perfection in You, In love and moral character, make us true. May we examine how we treat friend and foe, in love and compassion, let us grow. Reflecting Your love in our daily lives, through Your grace and truth that never dies.
To be perfect as our heavenly Father is pure, a call to righteousness that will endure. Lord Jesus, guide us in this lifelong quest, to love like You, and in Your peace rest.
Amen.
Source: Conversation with Copilot
