Jesus tosses out an evil spirit from a synagogue in today’s gospel. In doing so he reveals to his audience at the time and to us that he speaks with divine authority. The power behind his words is undeniable in the eyes of many of those who witnessed his works. His power impresses them because the Pharisees and scribes did not speak with personal authority. They represented the teachings of their masters, but Jesus is the Word of God made Flesh and when he speaks it is with an authority all of his own. This authority challenges us to follow in Jesus' footsteps and walk with him along His Way, which is not the way of the world.
What is this gospel of Jesus to us? Do we recognize His authority not only over unclean spirits, but over our sin-stained souls? What are we doing to protect ourselves from the wickedness and snares of the Devil?
O Lord, open our hearts to your teachings.
Amen.
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