The Gospels, and the teachings of the Church though, recognize that where there is Sin or Evil, men and women are seeking meaning and purpose in their lives from power, prestige, wealth, or even control over others. In his ministry Jesus recognizes how people have moved away from a covenant relation with God and others, and are seeking to build up earthly treasuries. To be sure our struggle to obtain stuff or position can hobble our ability to be true children of God.
The bottom line of the Gospel message is that our participation in the mission and ministry of Christ is to try to be servant leaders. With the faith of a child we come to know that all good things come from the generosity and graciousness of God the Father. The yoke that we wear cannot be about "worldly" desires and offerings. Rather we are a counter-cultural people who seeks the values and virtues of the heavenly kingdom; in particular, Beauty, Goodness, and Truth.
In recent days our news has been filled with stories of those in authority who have followed righteousness rather than self-righteousness. Of course they are dragged through the muck and gunk for doing what is right. Many years ago my nephew related ho his classmates were antagonistic towards him for confronting a fellow classmate with an addiction problem. In our faith we are to always stand in awe before the power, love, and mercy of God the Father.
The burdens of the world do not lead us to new life. The life of Jesus will reveal before us the face of the Father. With a child-like faith we should be bust about rejecting whatever is evil, and learning to do what is right. The process will always be countercultural, but it is the only way to recognize the light of truth.
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