Brothers and sisters
May the Lord give you peace!
Today, we gather to reflect on the readings for this Sunday in Ordinary Time (26th). These readings challenge us to examine our actions and attitudes, and to align them more closely with God’s will. The great father of the Origin Church said: The church is a school of prayer, and the Church is also a spiritual clinic. And many times I ask myself: why is the clinic of Jesus so little frequented, and the answer is simple: because it is free…
Yes brothers and sisters the word of God, the sacraments can heal us… just accept, listen to this word that saves us.
The central theme of today’s readings is the importance of humility and obedience to God’s will. We are reminded that our actions speak louder than our words, and that true discipleship requires a humble heart and a willingness to serve.
The Parable of the Two Sons: In the Gospel reading, Jesus tells the parable of the two sons. One son initially refuses to work in the vineyard but later changes his mind and goes. The other son agrees to go but does not follow through. This parable highlights the importance of our actions over our words. It is not enough to say we will follow God; we must also live out our commitment through our actions.
Reflecting on this parable, I am reminded of times in my own life when I have been like both sons. There have been moments when I have said “yes” to God with enthusiasm, only to fall short in my actions. Conversely, there have been times when I hesitated or resisted God’s call, but eventually found the courage to follow through. many times you have not had the desire to come to Mass on Sunday…. you have desired something else, and perhaps we have even chosen sin… we chose evil.
But take attention brothers and sisters: The first reading from Ezekiel reminds us that God is always ready to forgive those who turn away from their sins and seek His mercy. Humility is key to repentance. We must acknowledge our shortcomings and be willing to change our ways. God values a contrite heart and a sincere desire to do better.
Indeed, This parable serves as a powerful reminder that God values our genuine efforts to do His will, even if we stumble along the way. It encourages us to be honest with ourselves and with God, and to strive for a faith that is lived out in our daily actions.
And leads us to ask sincerely: Are there areas in our lives where we need to be more humble or more obedient to God’s will? How can we better serve those around us and be true witnesses of Christ’s love?
Brothers and sisters as we go forth today, let us carry with us the lessons of humility, repentance, and obedience. Let us strive to align our actions with our words and to live out our faith with sincerity and love. May the Holy Spirit guide us and strengthen us on this journey… amen