CHOOSE THE RIGHT PATH


Genesis 13:2,5-18

Matthew 7:6,12-14




In today’s first reading, Abram treated Lot with love and generosity whereas Lot did not treat Abram the same way. Lot was greedy, he wanted more space, more comfort in an easier territory , more pleasures. Rather than tell Abram to choose first, he decided to choose first even though he knew he was not the one given the promise and he was younger. Lot took a lot. He and his herdsmen took the broader way and settled close to Sodom, the land of sinners. Abram and Lot became distant relatives. In other words, The lust for the ‘Egypt’ in Lot’s heart was greater than the people responsible for his blessing. 



Is your mind and heart dominated by self love and greed? Are you humble and responsible as a child of God? Are you dwelling in the territory of evil or darkness and you can’t find your way out? 




In today’s gospel, Jesus says that we should try our best to enter through the narrow gate for the road that leads to perdition is wider and spacious. The road that leads to perdition is getting wider and more spacious while the narrow one is getting smaller and narrower. Persevere through that narrow gate, and fight the distractions that prevent you from focusing on what is important to reach the arms of God. Pray for God’s infinite mercy in your life, that he provides you with the determination to fight the good fight, to focus on his path, and to continue to share your gifts with others with love and compassion. 





Comments

  1. Flora OdiachiJune 27, 2023 at 9:20 PM

    Thanks for your love and affection for all your efforts in winning souls for the Kingdom of God

    ReplyDelete

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Image
  ST. BARTHOLOMEW, APOSTLES, FEAST   Apocalypse 21:9-14 Psalm 144(145):10-13a,17-18 John 1:45-51 COME TO JESUS  Today's readings emphasize the significance of heaven. We must stay focused on the ultimate prize, just as Bartholomew did when he sought spiritual enlightenment under the fig tree. When Philip introduced him to the Messiah from Nazareth, Bartholomew initially questioned whether anything good could come from Nazareth. However, after encountering Christ, he recognized Him as the Son of God. Bartholomew made the wisest decision of his life by coming to Jesus. As it says in Psalms 145, "The Lord is near to all who call upon Him." Our prayer life can be as simple as coming to Jesus and seeking Him for rest, as stated in Matthew 11:28. Let us also have a deep desire to draw closer to Jesus and focus on the things above where Christ is. Amen. N. B. Pray for me as I celebrate my birthday today. Thank you and God bless. 
Read more
Image
  Saints Charles Lwanga and his Companions, Martyrs   2 Peter 1:2-7 Psalm 90(91):1-2,14-16 Mark 12:1-12 LAY DOWN YOUR LIVES FOR CHRIST  Today's gospel features Jesus addressing the scribes, chief priests, and elders. They witness the behavior of the tenant farmers in a parable, which mirrors their violence, selfishness, and desire for possession. Despite being confronted with the truth, they are too afraid to change and miss the opportunity for a conversion of heart. Instead, they react defensively and deceive themselves, eventually acting out the negative roles depicted in the parable.  The Church commemorates the Martyrs of Uganda today, particularly St. Charles Lwanga and their companions, who bore witness to Christ by sacrificing their lives. This serves as a reminder for us to be faithful stewards of God's creation and caretakers of His people, willing to serve with love and faith, even to the point of laying down our lives.
Read more
Image
  Monday of week 13 in Ordinary Time   Amos 2:6-10,​13-16 Psalm 49(50):16-23 Matthew 8:18-22 THE COST OF TRUE DISCIPLESHIP  Dearly beloved in Christ, as we embark on a new month and continue to journey through life, It is important to keep in mind the message in today's Gospel. The brief exchanges between Jesus and the two potential disciples remind us of the challenges of true discipleship. The stories of the teacher of the law and the man wanting to bury his father emphasize the commitment and sacrifices required to follow Jesus. We see that true discipleship involves a wholehearted dedication to living a life modeled after Jesus. When we think about the earlier experiences of other followers like Peter and Andrew, we are reminded that becoming a disciple may require us to let go of our old ways and follow Jesus without hesitation. It is not always easy, and Jesus does not ask us to calculate the costs or tie up all our loose ends. Instead, He simply invites us to "Foll...
Read more