Every time we encounter Jesus, we have another opportunity to observe how he works. Even if we do not get to observe the miraculous outcomes of Jesus' efforts, we must admit that he worked with remarkable tenderness, especially with those who had been wounded and with those who were suffering.
Saint Mark tells us today that when Jesus and his disciples arrived in Bethsaida, people brought to him a blind man and begged Jesus to touch him (Mk 8:22). The people believed that with one touch, Jesus could restore this man's sight, but Jesus was infinitely tender and careful with him, perhaps because he knew how fragile this man was and how much extra care he needed.
Have we ever had an awareness of the infinite gentleness with with Jesus approaches each of us? Although Jesus will always invite us to enter into relationship, He will never force us to cooperate; rather he will always open his own heart and allow us to come close ... at our own pace, until we are comfortable in His presence. And what about us? Do we invite others to approach with such infinite gentleness? Do we take the risk of opening our hearts and inviting others to come close?
Have a great day.
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