ASSIST THOSE WHO ARE IN NEED
Think of the crucifix in which
the vertical and the horizontal meet and where Jesus' outstretched arms
encompass all that is.
Jesus said in Luke's Gospel
today, "You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all
your soul, and with all your strength, and with all your mind; and your
neighbor as yourself" (Lk 10:27). What would be the result if you and I,
and many others, put God first in our lives? I believe there would be mutual
respect between people. The love of God would be lived out. Violence would
probably disappear. No one would lack what they need in order to live a life of
dignity. You might say it sounds too good to be true, but remember all things
are possible with God!
Let us also remember it is in
Jesus Christ that "all things hold together." Think of the crucifix
in which the vertical and the horizontal meet and where Jesus' outstretched
arms encompass all that is. Take some time today to reflect on the following
questions:
In what ways do I recognize
that the Word of God is 'something very near' to me? When am I tempted to
resist doing what I know I ought to do? Do I turn to Jesus Christ for strength
when I am resisting His will, which will ultimately lead to an interior
transformation? When, recently, have I run into a "Good Samaritan?"
In our Responsorial Psalm we
acclaim, "Your words, Lord, are Spirit and life (Ps 19:9a).
It is the imprint of God that
is upon His creation, and He is a God of order and reliability; a God Who can
be trusted in all He does, just as we trust that the sun will rise tomorrow!
Let us strive to live a life doing God's will, for He is perfect and His
commands are love and His decrees are faithful. Put God first in your life and
assist those who are in need.
Take it to heart and do your
part, and give it your all!