Surgery is difficult, painful, and expensive. Most of us avoid it if possible. Unfortunately, surgery is sometimes necessary to save the health/lives of patients. If it is necessary and we are prudent, we accept the pain and expense.

The rich man is unwilling to accept the surgery into his riches that the Lord proposes. Sadly, in every sense, he walks away from the Lord. The Word of God can be very sharp. It may call for serious surgery. Jesus is the Truth and the Life. Although it may be difficult, painful, and make us sad initially, we will be much sorrier if we reject His Word.

Is there an impediment that separates us from Jesus?

Does His Word invite us to accept spiritual surgery?

May the Lord, with whom all things are possible, give us the grace to say yes.        

Fr. Mike Ronayne