34th Week in Ord. Time, Tuesday – 23rd November 2021 — Gospel: Lk 21,5-11
Clinging to One’s faith
Jesus’ warning to the people who question him about the time of destruction of the temple is twofold: Do not be deceived and do not be terrified. Jesus cautions them about the perils of following teachings and instructions of false messiahs that differ from His message. The people are warned about blindly adhering to what seems spectacular, but which are not really the signs of the end time. At the same time, they should not be terrified when they hear of wars, rebellions and international conflicts, because they are part of God’s plan in bringing about the kingdom. These should necessarily happen before the final coming. In these dreadful moments, the disciples need discernment and guidance in order to continually respond to God’s plan. Their steadfast perseverance, clinging to their faith through the trails and destructions will lead to their salvation.
