As the readings demonstrate, the presence of the Word impacts our existence, leaving us unaffected.
Jonah is called to proclaim the prophetic message to the Ninevites, a call to repent and avoid utter destruction. After initially refusing to give them a chance for repentance, Jonah is given another chance, and goes to Nineveh. The people respond readily, and in a state of mourning call upon God for His mercy, and He relents.
There is a sense of urgency, as St. Paul writes, because this world is passing away.
In the Gospel reading, Jesus proclaims, with a similar sense of urgency, "Repent, for the Kingdom of Heaven is at hand." The appropriate response is demonstrated by Andrew, Simon, James, and John, while they are in the midst of their fishing work. When Jesus calls them They respond readily and devote themselves to the way of Jesus.
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