Why Jesus's Disciples "Worked" on the Sabbath
Daily Gospel Reflection on Veritas Catholic Network
Today’s Gospel Reading is Matthew 12:1-8. Jesus and his companions are picking the heads of grain as they walk through the fields. However, it’s the sabbath, and as such, they are “working on the Sabbath”. Jesus speaks to the deeper meaning of the Sabbath. He wants us to not look at just the “strict” letter of the law, but also the spirit of the law. Remember, but the letter and the spirit of the law. Man was not made for the Sabbath (to be burdened by the rule) but the Sabbath made for man (to offer us the time of rest).
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Daily Gospel reflections that are under 3 minutes long so you get your daily dose of the Catholic Faith quickly! Fr. Sam reflects on the Catholic Mass readings from the day (Old Testament, New Testament, or Gospel) as well as the Saint of the day for his daily reflections. For more of Fr. Sam, check out ”the Tangent on Veritas Catholic Network” and ”Roar like the Lamb”.