Romans 7:18-25 / Luke 12:54-59
To have some self-confidence can be a good thing.
At least we will not be hampered by doubts or fears and end up doing nothing.
We know that if nothing is ventured, then nothing is gained.
On the other hand, when self-confidence does not take risks into consideration, it can be a foolishness.
In the gospel, Jesus asks a profound question: Why not judge for yourselves what is right?
He then gives an example of going to court with our opponent.
If we are too confident of ourselves, we might end up losing the case and pay a heavy price.
It would be better to be cautious than to be too confident and become careless.
St. Paul would give a deeper reflection, as he says that he wants to do what is good.
But instead, he ends up doing the sinful and wrong things.
But he turns to Jesus Christ to save him, as he puts his confidence in Jesus Christ and not in himself.
Let us follow the advice of St. Paul and put our confidence in Jesus Christ, as we ask for help in doing what is good and right.