Various Ways through which one can Become like Master

Gospel Thoughts

*Ordinary Season : 14th Week - Saturday*

*Various Ways through which one can Become like Master*

*GOSPEL -  Mt 10:24-33*

*FIRST READING - Is 6:1-8*

*1) A Call to become like the Master*

The Gospel of the day gives us a call to become like a Master 

Since this call is coming from the Master Himself one can't ignore this call at any cost 

*2) Jesus Our Great Master*

For us, Jesus is the Real Master 

He is a great Master, to whom one should follow. 

*You call me Master and Lord: and ye say well; for so I am.* John 13:13

*3) Various Ways of becoming like the Master*

*A) Practice of Forgiveness* 

Jesus the Master is known for Forgiveness. One who is able to practice this forgiveness can become like the Master 

*B) Sacrifice*

Jesus sacrifice His life for the others. One who is able to make some sacrifices can become like the Master

*C) Humility* 

Humility of Jesus is from the manger to the Cross. Great is the Humility of Jesus. 

This is another way to become like the Master 

*D) Courage* 

Courage is the special quality of the Master. Courage to condemn the evil things and to uphold the good things. Ultimately being courageous person one can become like the Master 

*E) Prayer*

Jesus the Master spent His time, by praying and knowing the will of God

By sincere prayer can help a person to become like Master  

*F) Healing Ministry*

One of the main works of Jesus was to heal the sick 

Jesus healed many and they were given a new life 

We too can become like Master by practicing in this healing ministry

*4) My Life*

What are the ways I have to become like the Master? 

How can we practice in the various ways  to become like the Master? 

What are the challenges I have in becoming like Master?

*Think about it*

*God bless you and your family. Praying for you and your dear ones*

*Fr Maxim Dsouza*

*Jeppu Seminary*

*Mangalore*