Ninth Week in Ordinary Time

Religious leaders tried to ensnare Jesus with clever questions. They recognized themselves in His parable about tenant farmers who would not get away with trying to take over a landowner’s vineyard by beating or killing servants and even slaying the owner’s son. Jesus said to love God with heart, soul, mind, and strength, holding nothing back. Love of neighbor followed that foremost command. Paul advised Timothy to testify to the Lord, who will deny anyone who denies Him. Scripture-the Word of God-anchors our faith. What keeps us from talking to others about our faith when we see people adrift in a sea of worldly values?