Both readings speak of the value of obedience to the norms and laws given by God: those who keep these laws and teach others to obey these laws will be greatly rewarded.
Jesus tells his disciples that he has come not “to remove the Law and the Prophets” but “to fulfill them.”
Each follower of Christ, each Christian, is called to know and understand, to follow and obey these laws and to teach others to do the same. We cannot teach others unless we also live according to these laws, which can be summarized as love of God and neighbor.
This responsibility is greater for those who have the care of others like parents for their children and leaders and those under them.
May the Lord grant us the grace, wisdom and strength to fulfill this great responsibility of living according to God’s laws and norms and of teaching and leading others under our care to do the same.
