United States Conference of Secular institutes

USCSI REFLECTIONS

Luke 11:29-32

In this Gospel passage Jesus rebukes the fellowship of excitement that surrounded him, constantly awaiting fresh wonders, new stimulation to certify the “real” presence of the Spirit. To seek excitement, even if great crowds come seeking it, is not discipleship but doubt, masquerading as faith. In other words, crowds do not always mean success. At least, not for the cause of Jesus.