“I am the Chosen One”: at the cost of everything

Morning: Psalms 140, 142; 2 Samuel 19:24-43; Acts 24:24-25:12

Evening: Psalms 141, 143:1-11; Mark 12:35-44

You may think the story of the ‘widow’s mite’ teaches generosity or is a judgement against those who exploit widows.  But, more than this, Jesus declares himself Lord of the Temple, with the highest possible authority: in effect, “I am the Messiah.” This is utter blasphemy to some.  Now, one politician said the other day, to widespread derision, that he too is “The Chosen One”.  But what will it cost him?  Jesus’ claim costs him more and the stakes are higher.  Just as the widow gives “everything she has”, so Jesus “gives everything” for the sake of the Creation.