Wednesday of the Thirtieth Week in Ordinary Time
Luke 13: 22-30
Letting go of ego and pride is our narrow door

Today’s Gospel speaks of the importance of striving to enter the Kingdom of God through the narrow door. Many will seek to enter but won’t succeed, as Jesus cautions that simply having superficial knowledge of Him is insufficient. true discipleship requires an inner transformation and a life that reflects the values of God’s Kingdom.

Fr. Richard Rohr reflects on the need for inner transformation in the spiritual journey. He teaches that the “narrow door” represents the path of, and self-centeredness. He emphasizes that true spiritual growth is about surrendering to God’s will and embracing humility, compassion, and love. The narrow door is not about exclusivity, but about the depth of our commitment to live authentically as followers of Christ, letting go of what separates us from God and others.

Pope Francis reminds us that in a world marked by divisions and exclusions, we Christians are to live the Gospel by welcoming the marginalized, loving our neighbour, and working for justice. Many are left outside the doors of society—refugees, the poor, the excluded. We mustensure that our faith opens doors rather than closes them.

The Gospel of the narrow door calls us to deeper conversion. We are invited to examine our lives and ask how we can live more authentically, embracing the radical love and inclusivity of Christ. As we strive to enter through the narrow door, we participate in the transformation of the world, bringing God’s constant presence into our lives.

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