Mr. Justin McClain, O.P.
Contributor, Living Faith
SUNDAY MARCH 05, 2023
SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT
Bear your share of hardship for the gospel
with the strength that comes from God.
2 Timothy 1:8b
We must help each other in this life. This journey is not an aimless one, or at least it should not be because we are called to walk with the Lord Jesus as he guides us to our ultimate goal, eternal life. As we reflect on the cross that each of us bears, we must ask ourselves how we are called to help others bear theirs.
Who around us is struggling? Who, perhaps, is struggling with patterns of repeated sins and the need for repentance? Perhaps is holding on to bitterness or refusing to forgive? Perhaps is feeling unworthy of God’s love?
Suffering is a part of life. But remember that Some-one helps us to bear our hardships, and he calls his disciples to do the same for others. After all, he carried his own Cross first.
Lord Jesus Christ, help us to bear our crosses for the sake of your Good News, that we may also draw others heavenward.
