In the Heart of Jesus
In the Heart of Jesus
Father Anthony reflects on 2 Corinthians 1:3–4 — St. Paul’s comforting reminder that God is the Father of compassion and the source of all encouragement, inviting us to turn toward Him in every trial, sorrow, and moment of suffering, trusting that He draws near to strengthen and console us when we need Him most; yet the comfort we receive from the Lord is never meant for us alone, for God heals and encourages our hearts so that we can carry His compassion into the lives of others, teaching us to recognize our own struggles as opportunities to become instruments of His mercy and to offer the same hope, presence, and encouragement that He has so generously given to us.
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Sometimes the mystery of love can be best expressed in poetry as is evidenced by this mystical book, the Song of Solomon, from the Old Testament encouraging us to express our searching and longing for God.
The Gospel presents a man described as “full of leprosy.” Not partially wounded. Not mildly afflicted. Completely sick. And yet this is the man who is healed — because he approaches Jesus correctly.
Father Anthony Gramlich, MIC, explains that Scripture reveals three responses to spiritual leprosy. The first is pride: refusing to see one’s own sin while accusing everyone else. This leprosy cannot be healed because it denies the wound. The second is despair: seeing the sin clearly but believing mercy is impossible. This leprosy turns inward and never reaches the Physician.
Father Anthony warns against judging others and encourages self-reflection, reminding us to transform our thoughts, focus on our own shortcomings, and treat others with the understanding and mercy we desire for ourselves.
