Possumus, we can!
What a difference there is between the young, impetuous, intransigent John, and the aged Apostle who repeatedly reminded his disciples at Ephesus and Patmos about the supreme command of charity! Divine grace and suffering had combined to purify his youthful ambition. His eagerness had become more serene, more understanding and charitable.
This is what we learn from the life of the Apostle John. He burst out with that impetuous response to Jesus' question - possumus! But later on, once he had come to understand Jesus' words in all their depth, he spent his whole life serving God. By the grace of God, the great love that burned within his heart became more ardent and more supernatural
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