10/07/2026
GOSPEL GIST(Matthew 10:16-23)
Jesus reminds us today that the world into which He sends us to bear witness is not always friendly. The world often mistakes holiness for weakness and innocence for foolishness. Yet Christ does not ask us to abandon our purity; rather, He calls us to combine it with wisdom. Like the dove, we must remain sincere, peaceful, and blameless. Like the serpent, we must exercise prudence, avoiding unnecessary dangers and acting with discernment. Holiness without wisdom can make us vulnerable, while wisdom without holiness leads us away from God. As we witness to the risen Lord in our homes, workplaces, and communities, let us cultivate both purity of heart and sound judgment. May the Holy Spirit grant us the grace to live courageously, wisely, and faithfully each day. Amen.
Fr. Godwin Adejo, MSP