"Strive to enter through the narrow gate, for many, I tell you, will attempt to enter but will not be strong enough." Luke 13:24
This weekend's gospel from Saint Luke is a stark and humbling reminder of our duty as Christians. Jesus shares with the crowds that it's going to be very difficult to enter Heaven. He uses the visual of the narrow gate and says that many want to enter but are not strong enough to do so. He doesn't say narrow enough, he says strong enough. Just as our bodies need exercise, so does our faith; in prayer, worship, study and putting our faith into action by loving and forgiving others. In this way we become spiritually strong. When the time comes for us, we need to be strong enough to get through the narrow door. Have the courage and strength to persevere when temptation comes and pray for the Holy Spirit to move you to make the right choices and decision.
Question for Reflection
When you are tempted in sin, what do you do to stop it, if anything?
Lord, give me the strength and turn away from sin and boldly proclaim your name!
