Reflection on the 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time:
The readings today show us that God gives us the grace to change our ways and develop new attitudes. What are we doing with our lives? What are the things that we hunger for? In today’s Gospel we see the foolishness of the rich man because he thinks that his possessions can guarantee his future. We know, however, that we cannot truly live a full life if we give no thought to God. Without God we are truly poor. Our true security and life rests with God and a relationship with Him. Jesus redefines the meaning of richness. We need to keep material things in proper perspective. Being truly rich is found in what truly matters to God. Jesus speaks about being enthusiastic in growing rich in God’s eyes. Are we intent on the things above?
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Reflection on the 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time:
The readings today show us that God gives us the grace to change our ways and develop new attitudes. What are we doing with our lives? What are the things that we hunger for? In today’s Gospel we see the foolishness of the rich man because he thinks that his possessions can guarantee his future. We know, however, that we cannot truly live a full life if we give no thought to God. Without God we are truly poor. Our true security and life rests with God and a relationship with Him. Jesus redefines the meaning of richness. We need to keep material things in proper perspective. Being truly rich is found in what truly matters to God. Jesus speaks about being enthusiastic in growing rich in God’s eyes. Are we intent on the things above?