In light of the tragedy in Colorado the Readings today are of particular relevance. Punishment comes to those who "plan iniquity" and they are cut off from God.
This is no way to live and it makes one question the mental stability of those who commit such atrocities. Why would anyone in their right mind do such a thing?
It is important to realize that God is perfect clarity and reason. Evil on the other hand is chaos and confusion. We have a difficulty understanding it because sin and evil are not sensible.
This should be a cause of reflection for all of us. Our own personal suffering (and certainly the suffering of others) may at times be a result of sin we have committed. We cut ourselves off from God and His graces if the sin is mortal (Baltimore Catechism Q's. 280-287). Our spiritual life deteriorates and confusion replaces common sense. We do things we don't want to do and don't understand why we do it. Sometimes, because of our pride, we may not even realize when something is evil (or an offense to God).
The only answer is a return to the Man who makes it clear for all of us, Jesus Christ. If we consistently live in Him through a life of faith and Sacrament we will be free from sin (not a slave to it), we will be at peace. Continue praying always, attending Mass weekly (if not daily), and confessing sin when needed. Christ, not evil, will reign.
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