Jun 21

The Sword that Divides

Jesus’ teaching that he has come to earth not to bring peace, but to bring a sword, may seem odd to us– isn’t Jesus the Prince of Peace? Yet Jesus is using the sword as a metaphor for division– allegiance to Jesus will divide families in which some members believe and others don’t. Jesus calls us to love him above all things, even if this means division. He also calls us to let our love for the people and things in our life be an expression of our love for God.

About The Author

Fr. Lorenzo was raised in a close-knit Catholic family and grew up in Arlington, Texas. During his undergraduate studies he discovered Anglicanism and became actively involved in a local parish. He studied theology at Yale Divinity School and Wycliffe College, University of Toronto. Prior to his ordination, Fr. Lorenzo served as a hospital chaplain in Dallas. In his free time, he enjoys singing, weightlifting, and spending time with his wife Jennifer.