Reflections
September 25, 2011, 11:30pm
Luke 9:46-50
An argument arose among the disciples about which of them was the
greatest. Jesus realized the intention of their hearts and took a child
and placed it by His side and said to them, “Whoever receives this child
in My name receives Me, and whoever receives Me receives the one who
sent Me. For the one who is least among all of you is the one who is the
greatest.”
Then John said in reply, “Master, we saw someone casting out demons
in Your name and we tried to prevent him because he does not follow in
our company.” Jesus said to him, “Do not prevent him, for whoever is not
against you is for you.”
Reflection:
An argument arose among the disciples. How does Jesus resolve the
debate and quiet the argument? He does not side with anyone. He does not
scold, rebuke, or shame any of His disciples. He offers an alternative
and makes them decide by themselves. He proposes an answer and leaves
them to think for themselves.
We love debates. We enjoy answering back. We take pride in our
arguments. We love to see an opponent shamed or cut to pieces. This is
not Jesus’ way. We have good points and positions. We only need to move a
little or give in a bit. God has a big heart, and we can all be
accommodated. There is no need to protect our side when everyone else is
neighbor and friend.
Do not argue with an opponent today, especially with your spouse!
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