There is one word in today's gospel that is repeated quite a few times.
If we have been observant enough, we will be able to notice that it is the word "anyone".
Jesus is certainly making a point here.
The Kingdom of God is certainly open to anyone who wishes to receive it.
And anyone who puts Jesus before anything else in life will certainly be part of this Kingdom of God.
But the decision for Jesus must be so clear that it is like a sword that cuts and divides.
Because the choice for Jesus and the Kingdom of God is not for one who sits on the fence but rather a clear-cut decision for Jesus and to live according to His ways.
Let us pray for a renewed strength and faith to always decide to follow Jesus and to build the Kingdom of God.
If we have been observant enough, we will be able to notice that it is the word "anyone".
Jesus is certainly making a point here.
The Kingdom of God is certainly open to anyone who wishes to receive it.
And anyone who puts Jesus before anything else in life will certainly be part of this Kingdom of God.
But the decision for Jesus must be so clear that it is like a sword that cuts and divides.
Because the choice for Jesus and the Kingdom of God is not for one who sits on the fence but rather a clear-cut decision for Jesus and to live according to His ways.
Let us pray for a renewed strength and faith to always decide to follow Jesus and to build the Kingdom of God.