Did you happen to notice that Jesus called the Pharisees fools in today’s gospel? Jesus was invited to dinner in someone’s home and yet he insulted them to their face, at the dinner table. (Surely that will make the pope cringe today when he reads the gospel.)
Allegories and Signs in the Scriptures
The first reading for Mass talks about two allegories and in the gospel today, Jesus talks about a sign. In both instances, the allegories and the sign was simple on the surface, but they were much more complicated in their meaning. That sounds like modern life, doesn’t it? Nothing is ever as simple as it seems at first glance.
Stop and Enjoy Life a Little While You Can
All three of the readings for Mass today, and the responsorial psalm as well, have to do with feasting and an abundance of God’s blessings. Our Creator loves His children as only a Father can. How beautiful are the readings for Mass today, because they are saturated in God’s love for His people!