Do not draw back

WORD 2day: Friday, 3rd week on Ordinary time

January 27, 2023: Hebrews 10: 32-39; Mark 4: 26-34

In a true struggle, in a sincere rethinking or in a serious growth process there sure is one rule that we need to take to heart: do not draw back. When we engage with a serious and a valid cause, there will certainly be difficulties and discouragements, owing to external factors or internal dispositions.  External factors could be those which lay a block or threaten our progress. Internal factors could be fear of failure or doubts of one's own capabilities. Whatever it may be, the rule for a Reign person is: do not draw back!

Jesus teaches us this hard way in his own life and mission. He was the Son of God... but chose to become a human to show humanity what its real identity and call were! He struggled and battled with his own people, with the rulers and with the powers of the evil world. One thing that was clear in his way of life and spirit of mission. 

Is this not a clear message that Jesus gives: Do not withdraw. Keep fighting even if you think you are buried... you will one day arise to shine!