To read the texts click on the texts: Heb 13:15-17,20-21; Mk 6:30-34
The text of today is about the successful return of the
disciples from the mission to which they were sent by Jesus, and forms a
sandwich construction with their sending (6:7-13). The verses that come in
between are about the death of John the Baptist. Through this structure, Mark
wants to indicate that the fate of John the Baptist will also be the fate of
Jesus and of his disciples. Nevertheless, the disciples are to continue to
engage in mission, confident in the knowledge that their Lord and Master will
see them through.
Success and failure is often measured in terms of results. However,
what is even more important is the amount of effort that each one of us puts
into what we do. If at any given moment we can say that we have done our best
and all that is required of us, then we do not need to be too bothered about
the outcome.
No comments:
Post a Comment
You may use the "Anonymous" option to leave a comment if you do not possess a Google Account. But please leave your name and URL as www.errolsj.com