Today's readings are Psalm 33.13-21, 2 Samuel 1.1-27, and 1 Corinthians 7.25-40.
How do we react to the misfortunes of those who oppress us? Do we rejoice? Are we pleased that they finally got what they deserved? May we rather learn from what David did in response to Saul's death. He protected Saul's reputation, just as he had when he lived. He reminded the people of Judah how their king had shared prosperity with them. He praised the good aspects of the man who was anointed by God as the king.
What happens when we concentrate on the favorable aspects of those who have sinned against us? We learn to honor them and dwell on what is good. We learn to forgive, as our God in Christ forgave us while we were yet sinners. May we have the grace to bring such reconciliation to our little corners of the world.
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