32nd Week in Ord. Time, Monday – 07th November 2022 — Gospel: Lk 17,1-6
Maturing Faith
When the apostles ask Jesus to help them increase their faith, they are expressing their understanding that faith is not a moment, but a journey. They recognized their need for guidance and direction from Jesus as they grow in faith. Those with maturing faith will be less likely to stumble, and they will not waver in the face of opposition. Jesus does not directly respond to their request because he knows that their faith will certainly grow through his teaching, example and the sending of the Spirit. Rather, through the illustration he provokes wonder and assurance about their capacity of faith.
