Benjamin Franklin once said, “Never leave that ‘till tomorrow which you can do today.” It’s good advice, and it also happens to be Jesus’ message in today’s gospel. First he told us to look at the signs of the times and see that the kingdom of God is at hand. Then he spoke of the need to settle with one’s opponent before it’s too late, and we be thrown into prison. This was Jesus’ way of saying that when it comes to matters of faith, religion, and conscience, don’t put off until tomorrow what we should do today. For instance,
· Do we have a sins we need to confess?
· A wound we need to heal?
· A restitution to make?
· A good intention to act upon?
· Priorities to shift?
· A relationship to restore?
If so, Jesus says to us: “What are you waiting for?” Do what you need to do today! Because one day, there will be no tomorrow.
Readings for today’s Mass: http://www.usccb.org/bible/readings/102111.cfm