HOMILY OF 1ST MONDAY OF ORDINARY TIME — YEAR A

HOMILY OF 1ST MONDAY OF ORDINARY TIME — YEAR A
HOMILY THEME: CALL FOR CHANGE
BY: Bishop Gerald M Musa
Heb 1:1-6; Psalm 96(97):1-2, 6-7, 9; Mark 1:14-20
“When the music changes, so does the dance.” This African proverb encapsulates a profound truth about life: the inevitability of change and the necessity of adaptability. Jesus began His public ministry by asking people to change their hearts and calling a few others to change their work. It was all about change. He said, “The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand; repent, and believe in the Gospel” (Mark 1:15).
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Repentance involves total conversion from one lifestyle to another. It is a gradual and lifetime process. Repentance is about turning away from past sins and repenting from wicked plans. An anonymous writer says, “It is much easier to repent of sins that we have already committed than to repent of those we intend to commit.” Change of heart (repentance) is good news because it leads to happiness.
In addition to preaching about a change of heart, Jesus called some men to change their roles. He said to them, “Follow me, and I will make you become fishers of men” (Mark 1:17). Simon and Andrew left their nets immediately and followed Him; James and John left their father in the boat with the hired servants and followed Him immediately. Jesus chose ordinary people who were busy, humble, willing, ready, available, and able. He chose ordinary people who could connect with those who were poor in spirit.
You and I are also called to proclaim the good news. How willing and ready are we to respond to the call of Jesus for a change of heart and participation in missionary work?
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