7.15.11

Lectio: Mt 12.14-21

“When Jesus realized this, he withdrew from that place. Many [people] followed him and he cured them all.” Mt 12.15

"O God, You know that at times we will be attacked because we serve You and You showed us through Jesus how to handle conflicts.

I remember Jesus withdrew from an area when He realized the Pharisees were going to have him arrested - but He did not withdrew from ministry and continued to reach out to those who followed Him.

Grant that I may imitated Jesus in the face of conflict, withdrawing from it if possible, but not withdrawing from serving others in His name.

I ask this of You who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.

Operatio: Reflect on how I handled conflicts with others. Resolve to handle situations of conflict at Jesus did, to withdraw if possible, but to continue my duties despite the threat or actual conflict.

Tomorrow’s readings: Mt 13.24-30