Deeds speak louder than Words

Deeds speak louder than Words

In our human relationships we would hardly be content with a third-party knowledge of another person. ‘What’s he or she like?’ has somehow to be filled in through direct contact. It’s simply the way things are done in getting acquainted.

Too many of us know God through the experience of others. We treat him like the dentist or the doctor. We know where they are, but only when we are hurting. Today Jesus says ‘I will show myself to (you).’ It is an invitation to get personal with him.

Unlike human relationships there are no orphans with Jesus. His friendship is intimate, available and constant. We may feel alone, but our feelings mislead. Jesus is at pains to assure us of this. Other friends may depart. He will not.

Every relationship needs minding and care. Yes, there is a price tag: keeping his commandments. Deeds speak louder than words. An authentic Christian life will make an impact (second reading). It will cause people to stop, stare and question. We should have an answer ready.

People talk a lot of ‘full disclosure’ in world affairs. Anything that hints of a cover-up is rightly suspected. ‘Keep my commandments’ is more than private adherence, it’s about public witness.

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