DAILY HOMILIES #Christian perfection

Hypocrisy is endemic among Christians today. Every Sunday, our churches are full, yet evil continues to increase in our society. Preachers are often guilty of the very sins they condemn. Our policemen (and other security agencies) are accused of kidnapping, armed robbery, and other crimes they ought to fight against. Politicians and government officials who swore an oath to protect the people use the people to serve their personal interests. Run away from it. Repent.

Like Jesus, the Good Shepherd who came all the way to save us even though we deserve to die, we must learn to be more sympathetic towards sinners (those who hurt us). Jesus said, “Be perfect as your heavenly Father.” (Matthew 5:48). Christian perfection imitates God, who leaves the ninety-nine in search of the one. Instead of spending time only with your friends (those who love you), Jesus wants us to reach out to those who hurt us.