Tuesday 4th February 2020. Read 2 Samuel 18:9-19:3, Psalm 86 and Mark 5:21-43.
_“The king
said to the Cushite, ‘Is it well with the young man Absalom?’ And the Cushite
answered, ‘May the enemies of my lord the king, and all who rise up against you
for evil, be like that young man.’” *(2 Samuel 18:32)*_
Our first
reading today contains the tragic end of David’s Son, Absalom. The story of
Absalom is documented in the Bible so that we may learn what becomes of those
who allow their quest for power go unchecked.
Upon
returning from a self-imposed exile as a result of killing his brother Amnon,
Absalom got a widow to make peace with David and obtain forgiveness by trick.
Using highly Machiavellian moves, Absalom assumed the office of Minister of
Justice to those who had suits. He would tell them how David could not hear
their cases and how he wished David could be replaced with a more competent
person.
When
Absalom felt he had gathered enough supporters, he decided to declare himself a
King. Since he had a lot of fans and loyal friends, Absalom taught he could
overthrow David his father by means of war. Absalom was willing to do David
what David himself refused to do to Saul. In the end, Absalom lost his life in
the battleground.
No matter
how good we judge ourselves for leadership, without God’s hand of approval and
support, we only come to nothing. No one ever became a successful leader by
usurping power! If the throne is not meant for you, the crown will never fit
into your head. In your desire for power, remember that the position you seek
is not worth the life of one person. Avoid dirty politics. You don’t have to
kill to rule.
Our Gospel
passage today contains the healing account of Jarius’ daughter and the woman
who had suffered from a haemorrhage for twelve years. This teaches us that ALL
POWER BELONGS TO GOD. Who has the final say? No one but God. Not even death is
beyond God’s reach. If all power belongs to God, it means that in our quest for
power, we cannot afford to push God aside nor go against his commands.
Let us
Pray: Lord Jesus, free me from self-pride and over-ambition. Amen
Be Happy.
Live Positive. Have Faith. It is well with you. (Tuesday of the 4th week in
Ordinary Time. Bible Study: 2 Samuel 18:9-19:3, Psalm 86 and Mark 5:21-43)
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