Just what is the question??

Luke 10:25-37 is the parable of the Good Samaritan. The story of a man who helps someone in need. It is a story that is often used to define the word 'neighbour'. Ironically we are seeing things from the wrong perspective if we think that a 'neighbour' is all about the person in need. Jesus' point is about defining who acted as a 'neighbour'. "The one who showed mercy" is the answer given. So though we often like to ask the big question "Who is my neighbour?", the truth is we are asking the wrong question. We are objectifying others rather than asking ourselves the more difficult question..."Am I being a neighbour?" Are my actions, attitudes and words expressing the love for others that Jesus calls me to give as his disciple? This is the real question.