July 8, 2023

Mt 9:14-17

The disciples of John the Baptist question Jesus about his followers. Why don’t they fast, as it is a practice required of devout Jewish people. Jesus’ response reveals a radical newness incompatible with their old forms of piety. It is like patching a cloak with old cloth or putting new wine into old wineskins.

I have a terrible time letting go of old ways and trying new. I pray to be able to respond readily to your invitation to a new creation.

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