In life, we need to make all sorts of choices. Sometimes the choices we make today can have far-reaching consequences, some good, some bad. In today’s reading, we are reminded that we have a choice to make: to be slaves to sin or to be ‘slaves’ of righteousness. To many of us, this seems to
What sort of riches are we striving for? Are we focusing only on riches here on earth, or have we been making effort to attain riches in heaven? Today’s Gospel gives us an excellent opportunity to reflect what is most important to us. This passage also reminds me of an e-mail I received awhile ago:
As we become more accustomed to having things done quickly, we become less tolerant in waiting. We want bigger (or smaller in some cases), faster, better, cheaper, etc. What was acceptable years ago is now not enough. Things very quickly become obsolete. Perhaps some of us have forgotten what it means to slow down, to
When we go for trips, some of us may fret about what to bring with us. Some would start packing lots of clothes, toiletries, make-up, etc. Others might just pack what they feel is necessary and travel light. When the Lord sends us on a “trip” (mission), what have we been instructed to do? In
People who have done something wrong may try to hide their wrong doing in many different ways. Some may keep quiet and sweep it under the carpet, hoping the matter does not surface. Some may try to find a scapegoat and put the blame on the other party. Some may even make lots of noise
As humans, some of us admit that we are partial and biased in one way or another. For whatever reason, we may treat some with favour, some will be treated indifferently, some will just be overlooked. In other words, we may look at people with different standards. This can lead to situations where the “favoured”
Today, we are invited by Jesus to place our entire trust in him and in his heavenly father. Very often, we will not be able to understand the reasoning behind God’s will. But that’s alright. It only indicates that we are not God. Our limited minds cannot fully comprehend the will of the One who
What would Jesus say about our generation? Jesus gave a stern warning to his generation when they demanded a sign from him. When the religious leaders pressed Jesus to give proof for his claims, he says that he is God’s sign and that they need no further evidence from heaven than his own person. Unfortunately
As children, some of us would have been taught to be thankful and grateful when we were given presents or treats. We were especially taught to be thankful to God for the many gifts and blessings He had bestowed upon us. But as we grow older, how many of us still give thanks to God?
When a person is blinded with envy or jealousy, then anything that other people do, no matter how good or noble the deed may be, is seen as evil or bad. This was the problem with some people during Jesus’ time. Due to their narrow-mindedness and self-centeredness, they saw him as a threat as he
