The Rosary in a Year (with Fr. Mark-Mary Ames) Day 156: I Do Not Condemn You
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Jun 5, 2025 Explore the powerful themes of mercy and conversion through Lorenzo Lotto's painting 'The Adulterous Woman.' Discover how Jesus defends a woman caught in sin, redefining judgment and advocating for compassion. The discussion dives deep into the call to conversion and the proclamation of God's kingdom. Highlighting art as a means for reflection, this engaging dialogue encourages listeners to consider their own journeys of forgiveness and renewal.
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Jesus' Intervention Brings Mercy
- Jesus stands between the accusers and the woman caught in adultery, breaking the frenzy of anger and self-righteousness.
- His calm, humble stance and invitation to self-reflection leads the accusers to repentance and the woman to mercy.
Mercy Calls to Conversion
- Jesus speaks mercy to the woman by saying, "I do not condemn you," acknowledging her sin but offering forgiveness.
- This moment shows Jesus' unique love, protection, and call to conversion into a new life in God's kingdom.
Kingdom of God Through Jesus' Actions
- Jesus proclaims the kingdom of God by revealing God in action: guiding, saving, teaching, and calling to new life.
- The call to conversion invites a metanoia, a profound change as part of entering the kingdom.
