God's power goes beyond man-made rules and structures. This is clearly seen in the first Reading. The apostles were arrested and imprisoned. Yet by the power of God, they were taken out of the prison and further instructed to preach in the temple which they obediently carried out.

It is in this context that the believers and followers of Jesus, in responding to the call to continue the mission of Jesus, ought to have faith in the intervention of God - that all may be well (Julian of Norwich) in God's love. However God's love is not vaguely sentimental feeling but a love that costs. God gave what was most dear to God - His Son, Jesus Christ whose death reveals God's love as the Father/Mother and the fulfilment of God's promise of 'eternal life'. Hence salvation is central to Jesus' mission on earth.

How do we respond to this call, to continue Jesus' mission wherever we are and under all circumstances in life (positive and negative experiences). Are we prepared to go beyond structures and rules and choose the path of light of Christ instead of the darkness?

In order to check our motivations in all our words and actions, we are invited to take up the challenge to practise the Daily Examen - to check our life daily in the light of Christ, and to see God's presence in our daily life experiences. As Easter people, we are called to be bearers of light and witnesses of God's love for all.