Daily Reflection _ saturday of 32nd week OT


 PERSISTENCE PAYS OFF  
One of the most consoling and intriguing statements that St. Augustine made is, "God would rather draw good from evil than not permit evil in the first place." There are times when we have undergone suffering and misfortune but were relieved when it didn't turn out to be the catastrophe we had feared. From time to time something good may even come out of it. We capture this experience in this bit of wisdom, "Every cloud has a silver lining."
In the Gospel today, Jesus talks about persistence and its benefits when we put our trust in God. He illustrates how our heavenly Father, as our Judge, is much quicker to bring us justice, blessings, and help when we need them. But we can easily lose heart and forget to ask Him for His grace and assistance. Jesus told this parable to give fresh hope and confidence to His disciples. In this present life we can expect trials and adversity, but we are not without hope in God. His justice triumphs over all the injustices perpetrated by His creatures and His love is stronger than death (Cf Song of Songs 8:6).
The Responsorial Psalm brings our readings together: "Blessed the man who fears the Lord. His generosity shall endure forever. Light shines through the darkness for the upright" (Ps 112:1, 4). May we always be gracious and giving of ourselves. Let us conduct our affairs with justice and peace in our communities.
Persistence Pays Off!