Lk 11:37-41
37After [Jesus] had spoken, a Pharisee invited him to dine at his home. He entered and reclined at table to eat. 38The Pharisee was amazed to see that he did not observe the prescribed washing before the meal. 39The Lord said to him, “Oh you Pharisees! Although you cleanse the outside of the cup and the dish, inside you are filled with plunder and evil. 40You fools! Did not the maker of the outside also make the inside? 41But as to what is within, give alms, and behold, everything will be clean for you.”
Reflection:
Oh you Pharisees! I find the Lord’s comment amusing. But it must be a sigh of exasperation. The Pharisees still cannot get it, going after externals, formalities, and trivial concerns while missing the real issue.
All things in this life are fraught with meaning, if we just learn how to look more closely and think more deeply. A father keeps spoiling his son with gadgets and accessories. His son, however, remains cold towards him because it is his time and attention that the son needs and not excuses as to why he cannot be with him.
Watch and look for the inside. The stories from the soul and the real scores are there.
Sit down and quietly observe your children.