Monday of Holy Week

Here is my servant whom I uphold, my chosen one with whom I am pleased, Upon whom I have put my Spirit; he shall bring forth justice to the nations, Not crying out, not shouting, not making his voice heard in the street. A bruised reed he shall not break, and a smoldering wick he shall not quench, Until he establishes justice on the earth; the coastlands will wait for his teaching.

Jesus is the perfect servant of the Heavenly Father and gives us a model we can all follow along the way to paradise. He shows us how to be pleasing to God and live Spirit-filled lives. He shows us how to bring justice to the world through our thoughts, words, and works. He shows us how to proclaim the Good News in humble and gentle ways that draw people to God. He shows us how to be a people of the New Covenant and a light to all. He shows us how to be loving and merciful and free others from the chains of sin, indifference, and distraction.

Are we servants of God or ourselves? How can we be more faithful to God and allow Him to fill us with His Holy Spirit? What can we do to bring justice, love, mercy, and grace to those whom are in need of them?

O Lord, we desire to be good and faithful servants.

Amen.