Today's readings speak of change. In this, the conclusion of his prophecy, the editor of Amos describes a completely different vision of Israel's future than the one warned of in previous chapters. Israel will not suffer total destruction. Out of the old, a remnant will survive. The Lord of creation will re-create a city from the "tottering hut of David". Divine providence will be witnessed in the prosperity of the land.

Change is also felt in today's gospel. Jesus is confronted by tradition. His Jewish peers expect Him, to act in a particular way. While Jesus seems like a typical leader of His day, He is constantly revising the old, seeing it in a new way. He uses two examples from the everyday wisdom of His time, and readily understood by His listeners, to reveal His vision to them. Using the imagery of marriage, Jesus reminds John's disciples of the celebration that accompanies preparation for the new way of life.

Change is exciting; it is also threatening. The psalm reminds us that the Lord desires peace for the human heart and mind. Such peace is found in being willing to change, and to change often.