We might not have considered this in the readings of the Passion during Holy Week, but the passage from John's Gospel reminds us today that so inclusive and boundless is Jesus's love, compassion, mercy and forgiveness that he washed the feet of Judas, knowing that in hours he would betray him. Who among us could so treat our "enemy"?
Last year we reflected on mercy and tried through prayer and action to become more merciful. Krisin Armstrong, spiritual writer offers the following thought that might be helpful:
Forgiveness unlocks the door to healing. Forgiveness is a gift we give ourselves, untethering our hearts, minds and spirits from past pain and injustice. It does not mean we condone the actions of injustice. It does not mean condone the actions of another, but instead,that we acknowledge how deeply God has forgiven our own transgressions. And, by faith, we apply that same mercy to others. Forgiveness is the only path to freedom.
When we let go of bitter, be become open to better.
Bro. Rene
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