Thursday October 22nd: Bringing Fire and Division

The Diocese of Port of Spain shared a reflection on the Gospel of Luke 12:49-53, noting that following Christ can cause challenges and division within families and society.

The reflection compares the divine fire Jesus brings to the earth to a corporate leader hired to clean up an organization. Just as some employees embrace a new manager's vision while others resist it, the text suggests that Jesus' presence acts as a purifying force that creates tension between the values of God's kingdom and the world. This division, which can affect relationships between parents, children, and in-laws, is described as necessary for fulfilling God's mission.