Homily for Thursday of the 10th Week in Ordinary Time

In today's Gospel passage, Jesus calls His followers to embody a standard and virtue that exceeds what the scribes and Pharisees practiced. This is not a mere suggestion, but a powerful call to action. He exhorts us to pay attention to our deep-seated attitudes and emotions, inspiring us to prevent evil actions and renewing our minds and souls.

Our efforts alone cannot achieve the profound transformation Jesus calls for. We need the power and grace of the Holy Spirit to bring about this profound change within us. 

May the Holy Spirit recreate the love that is God deep within us. May the roots of this profound virtue grow in our hearts and minds, helping us to become what God truly wants us to be.