Matthew 9:32-37 NRSVue
32After they had gone away, a demon-possessed man who was mute was brought to him. 33And when the demon had been cast out, the one who had been mute spoke, and the crowds were amazed and said, “Never has anything like this been seen in Israel.” 34But the Pharisees were saying, “By the ruler of the demons he casts out the demons.”
35Then Jesus went about all the cities and villages, teaching in their synagogues and proclaiming the good news of the kingdom and curing every disease and every sickness. 36When he saw the crowds, he had compassion for them because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd. 37Then he said to his disciples, “The harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few;
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Reflection on Matthew 9:32-37
Inspiration from 2025-07-08 Daily Prayer
This is a picture of Jesus in the full flow of his ministry as he gave himself for others. In his compassion, he could see their great need for a shepherd. More than ever, our world needs shepherds who will give a witness to the unseen reality of God. Let us pray for vocations to the priesthood and religious life.