The Righteous Path
The Lord sets a high bar for us in these passages. In Ezekiel, we are told that God is more likely to forgive a sinful man who turns to righteousness than a righteous man who slips into sin, a clear call to turn away from sin. As in many Gospel readings, in Matthew, Jesus expands upon the laws of the Old Testament. Rather than simply refraining from killing, for example, we must also refrain from anger towards our brothers.
- How does the idea of dying from sins committed as presented in Ezekiel fit with what we know about God's mercy?
- Why does Jesus tell us to settle anger before bringing gifts to the altar?
Reflection by Elizabeth Mitchell
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