The Challenge of Changing the world

 Reflection

I am amazed to see how people responded to Jesus’ call to leave all and follow him.  We live in a world that is so self-centered, so concerned about taking care of me.  Jesus asked people to let go of that and get lost in the trust in God and the call to serve others.  He did it with love and with a sense of urgency.  “Go for it now.  Time is short.”

Scripture

Mark
Chapter: 2

Jesus Chooses Levi

(Matthew 9.9-13; Luke 5.27-32)

13Once again, Jesus went to the shore of Lake Galilee. A large crowd gathered around him, and he taught them.   14As he walked along, he saw Levi, the son of Alphaeus. Levi was sitting at the place for paying taxes, and Jesus said to him, "Come with me!" So he got up and went with Jesus. 

15Later, Jesus and his disciples were having dinner at Levi's house. Many tax collectors and other sinners had become followers of Jesus, and they were also guests at the dinner. 

16Some of the teachers of the Law of Moses were Pharisees, and they saw that Jesus was eating with sinners and tax collectors. So they asked his disciples, "Why does he eat with tax collectors and sinners?" 

17Jesus heard them and answered, "Healthy people don't need a doctor, but sick people do. I didn't come to invite good people to be my followers. I came to invite sinners." 

Prayer

Lord, as you called your disciples so many years ago, you are calling me today.  Help me to hear you.  Help me to have the courage to let go of all the “things” of my life and put my trust in you and your dream of changing the world.  Help me to remember that you have empowered me to continue your love.  Amen