Today's Gospel recounts the return of the Seventy-Two after completing their first mission. Things have gone well, happening just as Jesus had desired, and they are exultant with joy. (Cf. Lk 10:17-24). t As we know, there's nothing like the feeling of having accomplished a difficult, or seemingly impossible task. Their joy touches Jesus and he too rejoices in the Holy Spirit and praises the Father for having given these childlike men a knowledge of the "hidden things" , and who now have seen "what many prophets and kings desired to see." (Lk 10:24).
When we finish a task and "the Boss" commends us, we know this inner feeling of satisfaction and the confidence that comes with "success" and spurs us on to be willing to take on even more difficult tasks without fear of failure. May our reflection on this passage strengthen our determination to be willing disciples, ready to do the bidding of Jesus today and always. There;s nothing to fear.
Bro. Rene
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