10th Week of Ordinary Time C – Saturday

Published on 13 June 2025 at 13:07

Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, the Lord give you peace. At Holy Mass today, we reflect on a fundamental aspect of our Christian life: the importance of living in truth, honesty, and purity of heart. Therefore, this will be an important reflection to pay attention to. Our Lord’s words in the Gospel remind us plainly: “Let your ‘Yes’ mean ‘Yes,’ and your ‘No’ mean ‘No.’ Anything more is from the Evil One.” These words call us to integrity, to a life where our words and our hearts align with the truth.

Jesus’ teaching emphasizes that our speech should be simple, sincere, and trustworthy. When we say “Yes,” we should mean it; when we say “No,” we should stand firm. In a world filled with deception, half-truths, and manipulations, this teaching is a beacon of light. Living honestly is not just about avoiding lies; it’s about cultivating a heart that seeks to reflect God’s truth. As Saint Paul reminds us in 2 Corinthians, Christ’s love impels us to be reconcilers and ambassadors of truth—people whose lives mirror the integrity of Christ himself. We can ask ourselves; how much do I resemble Christ in his goodness? I am his follower after all.

The purity of heart is essential because, as Jesus teaches, “from the abundance of the heart, the mouth speaks” (Matthew 12:34). When our hearts are pure—focused on God, filled with love, and free from duplicity—our words and actions naturally align with truth. A pure heart enables us to live authentically, without pretense or hypocrisy. It allows us to be honest not only in what we say but also in how we live, showing integrity in every aspect of our lives. We maintain our dignity when on account of honesty we show a willingness to suffer a cost. How often in the corporate world of business and profit-making, do we sacrifice our dignity in the exploitation of others. Manipulation, deceit, even violence, to make an extra dollar, once again proving what God has told us: that “the love of money is the root of all evil.” A love of money that reflects our poor and weak faith, which struggles so much, most of the time, because of our empty attachments. When will we learn, when will we learn? In his mercy God allows us to feel the consequences of the false gods we worship in our hearts and minds. There is but one true God, and no other can take his place. 

Jesus warns us that anything beyond a sincere “Yes” or “No” comes from the Evil One. Why? Because deception, lies, and insincerity distort reality and break relationships—both with God and with others. When we twist the truth, we undermine trust and damage our own souls. Conversely, when we commit ourselves to truthful living, we become witnesses to Christ’s light in the world.

Living in truth requires courage and humility. It calls us to be honest in our commitments, sincere in our relationships, and transparent before God. It means avoiding exaggerations, false promises, and deceitful words. Instead, it invites us to cultivate a heart rooted in love and integrity, so that our words reflect our inner truth.

The second reading reminds us that through Christ, we are made new and called to be instruments of reconciliation. Our honesty and purity of heart are vital in this mission. When our lives are aligned with truth, we become credible witnesses of the Gospel. We help reconcile relationships and bring peace—both within ourselves and with others.

Brothers and sisters, let us remember that our words matter deeply. They reveal the state of our hearts and influence the world around us. Jesus calls us to be people of integrity—people whose “Yes” is “Yes,” and “No” is “No.” By living honestly and with purity of heart, we imitate Christ and fulfill our calling as children of God.

May the Holy Spirit fill us with the courage and strength to live in truth, to speak honestly, and to cultivate hearts that reflect the love and righteousness of Christ. May our Blessed Mother who prays for us continuously, intercede for us so that our lives may be a testimony to the goodness of God, shining brightly in a world often darkened by falsehood.

Amen.


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