Boldness!

There is nothing wrong with being bold because sometimes we need to be when it comes to living our faith, standing up for what we believe. Sometimes there are things that happen and we say to ourselves, "That was pretty bold." This was my initial thought after reading the gospel for today, Matthew 20:17-28. Jesus told his disciples what was going to happen to him. He would be handed over, crucified, but three days later, rise from the dead. After he finished speaking, the mother of James and John approached him with this request, "Command that these two sons of mine sit, one at your right and the other at your left, in your kingdom." Jesus told her that she does not know what she is asking. Then he asks the brothers, "Can you drink that chalice that I am going to drink?" They said that they could and Jesus said it will be done. However, as for sitting at my right or left, that is for my Heavenly Father to give. The other disciples were upset for sure by what had transpired but Jesus used it as a teachable moment. What our Lord says is important, "Whoever wishes to be great among you shall be your servant; whoever wishes to be great among you shall be your slave. Just so, the Son of Man did not come to be served but to serve and to give his life as a ransom for many." Picking up our cross as disciples of Jesus, being of service to our brothers and sisters, that is being bold in life and faith. Let us aspire for that positive boldness during this Lenten Time! God Bless You!!!