There were no submissions for today and I was not going to post, but then I heard the news about places in Pompeii that are collapsing. We tend to think of ancient Roman culture in the most vaunted terms - and often for good reason. However, if we contrast the foundation of ancient Rome and the foundation of Christ, there is much to consider.
The first reading from Isaiah points us to the strong city of the Lord. It is very clear - only the foundation of God is sound forever.
In today's Gospel from Matthew, Jesus reminds us that only a house build on a firm foundation of rock will last. Our choice is not about our literal home but rather our spiritual home - do we build on God, our rock or do we build on our own and far more shaky foundation? Perhaps we impose our point of view onto something and make it into God's via rationalization.
It doesn't matter, if it is not going to last, it is not going to last.
Build soundly, build wisely. Build upon the Lord, for whom we wait with hope this Advent.
So glad you did post today, Fran, because your words of wisdom are timeless. A strong foundation holds when those winds come, and they always do, don't they?
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You know, I remember when I found out that the gladiators' house had collapsed. I ran to my husband with the news and he laughed, It stood for 2000 years!...
ReplyDeleteHow do we know when it is built wisely? How long does it need to last?
I am just thinking of the Vatican, Fran, and wonder...
Thank you for this post.