2023년 3월 3일 사순 제1주간 금요일
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제1독서
에제키엘 예언서. 18,21-28
주 하느님께서 이렇게 말씀하신다.
21 “악인도 자기가 저지른 모든 죄를 버리고 돌아서서,
나의 모든 규정을 준수하고 공정과 정의를 실천하면,
죽지 않고 반드시 살 것이다.
22 그가 저지른 모든 죄악은 더 이상 기억되지 않고,
자기가 실천한 정의 때문에 살 것이다.
23 내가 정말 기뻐하는 것이 악인의 죽음이겠느냐? 주 하느님의 말이다.
악인이 자기가 걸어온 길을 버리고 돌아서서 사는 것이 아니겠느냐?
24 그러나 의인이 자기 정의를 버리고 돌아서서 불의를 저지르고,
악인이 저지르는 온갖 역겨운 짓을 따라 하면, 살 수 있겠느냐?
그가 실천한 모든 정의는 기억되지 않은 채,
자기가 저지른 배신과 자기가 지은 죄 때문에 죽을 것이다.
25 그런데 너희는, ‘주님의 길은 공평하지 않다.’고 말한다.
이스라엘 집안아, 들어 보아라. 내 길이 공평하지 않다는 말이냐?
오히려 너희의 길이 공평하지 않은 것 아니냐?
26 의인이 자기 정의를 버리고 돌아서서 불의를 저지르면,
그것 때문에 죽을 것이다. 자기가 저지른 불의 때문에 죽는 것이다.
27 그러나 악인이라도 자기가 저지른 죄악을 버리고 돌아서서
공정과 정의를 실천하면, 그는 자기 목숨을 살릴 것이다.
28 자기가 저지른 모든 죄악을 생각하고 그 죄악에서 돌아서면,
그는 죽지 않고 반드시 살 것이다.”
복음
마태오. 5,20ㄴ-26
”그때에 예수님께서 제자들에게 말씀하셨다.
20 “너희의 의로움이 율법 학자들과 바리사이들의 의로움을 능가하지 않으면,
결코 하늘 나라에 들어가지 못할 것이다.
21 ‘살인해서는 안 된다. 살인한 자는 재판에 넘겨진다.’고
옛사람들에게 이르신 말씀을 너희는 들었다.
22 그러나 나는 너희에게 말한다.
자기 형제에게 성을 내는 자는 누구나 재판에 넘겨질 것이다.
그리고 자기 형제에게 ‘바보!’라고 하는 자는 최고 의회에 넘겨지고,
‘멍청이!’라고 하는 자는 불붙는 지옥에 넘겨질 것이다.
23 그러므로 네가 제단에 예물을 바치려고 하다가,
거기에서 형제가 너에게 원망을 품고 있는 것이 생각나거든,
24 예물을 거기 제단 앞에 놓아두고 물러가 먼저 그 형제와 화해하여라.
그런 다음에 돌아와서 예물을 바쳐라.
25 너를 고소한 자와 함께 법정으로 가는 도중에 얼른 타협하여라.
그러지 않으면 고소한 자가 너를 재판관에게 넘기고
재판관은 너를 형리에게 넘겨, 네가 감옥에 갇힐 것이다.
26 내가 진실로 너에게 말한다.
네가 마지막 한 닢까지 갚기 전에는 결코 거기에서 나오지 못할 것이다.”
March 3, 2023
Friday of the First Week of Lent
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Reading 1
Ez 18:21-28
Thus says the Lord GOD:
If the wicked man turns away from all the sins he committed,
if he keeps all my statutes and does what is right and just,
he shall surely live, he shall not die.
None of the crimes he committed shall be remembered against him;
he shall live because of the virtue he has practiced.
Do I indeed derive any pleasure from the death of the wicked?
says the Lord GOD.
Do I not rather rejoice when he turns from his evil way
that he may live?
And if the virtuous man turns from the path of virtue to do evil,
the same kind of abominable things that the wicked man does,
can he do this and still live?
None of his virtuous deeds shall be remembered,
because he has broken faith and committed sin;
because of this, he shall die.
You say, "The LORD's way is not fair!"
Hear now, house of Israel:
Is it my way that is unfair, or rather, are not your ways unfair?
When someone virtuous turns away from virtue to commit iniquity, and dies,
it is because of the iniquity he committed that he must die.
But if the wicked, turning from the wickedness he has committed,
does what is right and just,
he shall preserve his life;
since he has turned away from all the sins that he committed,
he shall surely live, he shall not die.
Responsorial Psalm
Ps 130:1-2, 3-4, 5-7a, 7bc-8
R. (3) If you, O Lord, mark iniquities, who can stand?
Out of the depths I cry to you, O LORD;
LORD, hear my voice!
Let your ears be attentive
to my voice in supplication.
R. If you, O Lord, mark iniquities, who can stand?
If you, O LORD, mark iniquities,
LORD, who can stand?
But with you is forgiveness,
that you may be revered.
R. If you, O Lord, mark iniquities, who can stand?
I trust in the LORD;
my soul trusts in his word.
My soul waits for the LORD
more than sentinels wait for the dawn.
Let Israel wait for the LORD.
R. If you, O Lord, mark iniquities, who can stand?
For with the LORD is kindness
and with him is plenteous redemption;
And he will redeem Israel
from all their iniquities.
R. If you, O Lord, mark iniquities, who can stand?
Gospel
Mt 5:20-26
Jesus said to his disciples:
"I tell you,
unless your righteousness surpasses that
of the scribes and Pharisees,
you will not enter into the Kingdom of heaven."
"You have heard that it was said to your ancestors,
You shall not kill; and whoever kills will be liable to judgment.
But I say to you, whoever is angry with his brother
will be liable to judgment,
and whoever says to his brother, Raqa,
will be answerable to the Sanhedrin,
and whoever says, 'You fool,' will be liable to fiery Gehenna.
Therefore, if you bring your gift to the altar,
and there recall that your brother
has anything against you,
leave your gift there at the altar,
go first and be reconciled with your brother,
and then come and offer your gift.
Settle with your opponent quickly while on the way to court.
Otherwise your opponent will hand you over to the judge,
and the judge will hand you over to the guard,
and you will be thrown into prison.
Amen, I say to you,
you will not be released until you have paid the last penny."
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Virtue and Iniquity are two very big words to reflect upon as we begin our Lenten journey. Much has been written and said about both, for these two words not only define a person, but, as Ezekiel says, hold the key to our salvation. When someone virtuous turns away from virtue to commit iniquity, and dies, it is because of the iniquity he committed that he must die. \
Early philosophers dwelt on the importance of a life well lived and settled on the four cardinal virtues, often defined as prudence, temperance, fortitude and justice; while Apostle Paul stressed the theological virtues of faith, hope and love, with the greatest, as we so well know, being love.
Throughout the ages, virtue and its importance have continued to be reflected upon. As a young statesman in a new world, Benjamin Franklin thought the best way to cultivate his character was to strive to live a virtuous life, and he expanded the list to 13 virtues. To track his success, he devised a daily report card to grade his progress in his quest for what he called “moral perfection.”
So here we are in the 21st century, in a noisy, messy world that seems to relish in destroying the moral standards that have stood the test of time for over 2,000 years. How do we respond to God’s call to live a virtuous life? To let the voice of God within our hearts be our North Star to do what is right and just? To be virtuous?
Becoming a more virtuous person is not a one-time event, like winning a Super Bowl, but rather a journey that lasts a lifetime. And the path is all too often crooked, choked with weeds and uphill. Difficult, to say the least. But we are fortunate that we do not walk this path alone, but rather, with God at our side to guide us.
Unfortunately, God didn’t prepare a list of the traits one must possess to live a virtuous life. Rather, within the Bible are passages that illustrate the kinds of traits that a person of virtue should stive for. As we read the Bible and reacquaint ourselves with them, let’s put them into practice, so we become more Christ-like in all we do and say, and open our hearts and minds to his calling and the power to make this a better world.
As we continue in these early days of Lent, let’s commit to getting to know God better. To spend more time reading the Bible. To invite the Holy Spirit into our lives each day with the hope that by acknowledging his presence, we can come to understand what it means to be Christ-like and work to emulate him in our thoughts, words and deeds.
If we allow Christ to lead us, then the path will be made straight, and we can live a virtuous life that gives honor to our Lord.
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TODAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME
“Lose no time.” —Matthew 5:25
“All’s well that ends well.” “If the wicked man turns away from all the sins he committed, if he keeps all My statutes and does what is right and just, he shall surely live, he shall not die” (Ez 18:21). The “good thief” lived a miserable life, but ended well and is in paradise with Jesus (Lk 23:43).
Because our ending is all-important, some people wait until the end to convert to Jesus. This is a serious mistake. “Delay not your conversion to the Lord, put it not off from day to day; for suddenly His wrath flames forth; at the time of vengeance, you will be destroyed” (Sir 5:8-9). If we truly want to die with Christ, why wouldn’t we want to live with Him as soon as possible? Imagine waiting till you’re almost dead to marry someone! Your marriage would not have time enough to break up, but you would have lost years of married love. When you give your life to Jesus, your only regret will be that you didn’t do it sooner.
The best way to die in Christ is to live in Him. How can you persevere if you haven’t started or are reluctant to start? “Lose no time” (Mt 5:25). “Now is the acceptable time! Now is the day of salvation!” (2 Cor 6:2) Now, at this moment, give your whole life to the Lord.
Prayer: Father, may I not miss another minute of life with You.
Promise: “If you bring your gift to the altar and there recall that your brother has anything against you, leave your gift at the altar, go first to be reconciled with your brother, and then come and offer your gift.” —Mt 5:23-24
Praise: St. Katharine Drexel led many people to give not only money to aid the poor but their lives as well.
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Do you allow sin or anger to master your life? The first person to hate his brother was Cain. God warned Cain: 'Why are you angry? ..Sin in couching at the door; it's desire is for you, but you must master it (Genesis 4:6-7). Sin doesn't just happen; it first grows as a seed in one's heart. Unless it is mastered, by God's grace, it grows like a weed and chokes the life out of us.
Do not allow the seed of anger and evil to grow in your heart
Jesus addressed the issue of keeping the commandments with his disciples. The scribes and Pharisees equated righteousness with satisfying the demands of the law. Jesus showed them how short they had come. Jesus points to the heart as the seat of desire, choice, and intention. Unless forbidden and evil desires are uprooted and cut-out, the heart will be poisoned and the body become a slave to sin and passion.
Jesus illustrates his point with the example of the commandment to not kill. Murder first starts in the heart as the seed of forbidden anger that grows within until it springs into words and actions against one's brother or neighbor. This is a selfish anger that broods and is long-lived, that nurses a grudge and keeps wrath warm, and that refuses to die. Anger in the heart as well as anger in speech or action are equally forbidden. The Lord Jesus commands by grace - take away the anger in your heart and there will be no murder.
Only God's purifying love and mercy can free us from bitterness and anger
What is the antidote for overcoming anger and rage? Mercy, forbearance, and kindness spring from a heart full of love and forgiveness. God has forgiven us and he calls us to extend mercy and forgiveness towards those who cause us grief or harm. In the cross of Jesus we see the supreme example of love and the power for overcoming evil. Only God's love and grace can set our hearts and minds free from the tyranny of wounded pride and spiteful revenge. Do you harbor any anger towards another person? And are you quick to be reconciled when a rupture has been caused in your relationships? Ask God to set you free and to fill your heart and mind with his love and truth.
Eusebius, a 3rd century church father, offered the following prayer as instruction for his fellow Christians:
"May I be no man's enemy, and may I be the friend of that which is eternal and abides. May I never quarrel with those nearest me: and if I do, may I be reconciled quickly. May I love, seek, and attain only that which is good. May I wish for all men's happiness and envy none. May I never rejoice in the ill-fortune of one who has wronged me. When I have done or said what is wrong, may I never wait for the rebuke of others, but always rebuke myself until I make amends. May I win no victory that harms either me or my opponent. May I reconcile friends who are angry with one another. May I never fail a friend who is in danger. When visiting those in grief may I be able by gentle and healing words to soften their pain. May I respect myself. May I always keep tame that which rages within me. May I accustom myself to be gentle, and never be angry with people because of circumstances. May I never discuss who is wicked and what wicked things he has done, but know good men and follow in their footsteps."
Do you seek to live peaceably and charitably with all?
Lord Jesus, my heart is cold. Make it warm, compassionate, and forgiving towards all, even those who do me harm. May I only think and say what is pleasing to you and be of kind service to all I meet.
Psalm 130:1-8
1 Out of the depths I cry to you, O LORD!
2 Lord, hear my voice! Let your ears be attentive to the voice of my supplications!
3 If you, O LORD, should mark iniquities, Lord, who could stand?
4 But there is forgiveness with you, that you may be feared.
5 I wait for the LORD, my soul waits, and in his word I hope;
6 my soul waits for the LORD more than watchmen for the morning, more than watchmen for the morning.
7 O Israel, hope in the LORD! For with the LORD there is steadfast love, and with him is plenteous redemption.
8 And he will redeem Israel from all his iniquities.
Daily Quote from the Early Church Fathers: Are you ashamed to ask pardon? by Augustine, Bishop of Hippo, 354-430 A.D.
"How many there are who know that they have sinned against their brothers or sisters and yet are unwilling to say: 'Forgive me.' They were not ashamed to sin, but they are ashamed to ask pardon. They were not ashamed of their evil act, but they blush where humility is concerned." (excerpt from Sermon 211,4)
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