When I can’t love as much as someone needs, God can.
A keyword in today’s gospel is “trade,” which holds significant meaning. The nobleman instructed his servants to “trade” the coins he provided, implying they should leave the house and interact with others, sharing what had been entrusted to them. If one person refused, they were to move on to someone else—trade, trade, trade.
The coins symbolize the gifts God has bestowed upon us. Just as the servants did nothing to earn their gifts, we too cannot earn these blessings, but we are accountable for sharing them with others. We recognize God’s blessings when we love someone for who they are and for their good.
I see the gift of God in us as His love and work through us for others’ good. Another word for “trade” would be “available.” Do I make His love “available” to those I meet every day?
They may need prayer, kindness, or simply for me to celebrate with them when good things occur. Maybe it’s about trusting them or standing by their side during difficult moments, offering support.
No matter how many needs there are, God’s love will always be sufficient. His love is abundant, overflowing, and never-ending. Why? Because the love within us for others is supernatural, and His love is limitless. God can love through us, even when our own love falls short of what someone requires.
The Gospel Challenge:
The man who buried his single coin in himself cared only for himself. He loved with human love alone and was afraid to trade or share. Therefore, he was only available to himself. Let us pledge to the Lord to exchange his gift of love with as many people as possible. It is our responsibility and our joy to share God’s love with others.
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When I can’t love as much as someone needs, God can.
A keyword in today’s gospel is “trade,” which holds significant meaning. The nobleman instructed his servants to “trade” the coins he provided, implying they should leave the house and interact with others, sharing what had been entrusted to them. If one person refused, they were to move on to someone else—trade, trade, trade.
The coins symbolize the gifts God has bestowed upon us. Just as the servants did nothing to earn their gifts, we too cannot earn these blessings, but we are accountable for sharing them with others. We recognize God’s blessings when we love someone for who they are and for their good.
I see the gift of God in us as His love and work through us for others’ good. Another word for “trade” would be “available.” Do I make His love “available” to those I meet every day?
They may need prayer, kindness, or simply for me to celebrate with them when good things occur. Maybe it’s about trusting them or standing by their side during difficult moments, offering support.
No matter how many needs there are, God’s love will always be sufficient. His love is abundant, overflowing, and never-ending. Why? Because the love within us for others is supernatural, and His love is limitless. God can love through us, even when our own love falls short of what someone requires.
The Gospel Challenge:
The man who buried his single coin in himself cared only for himself. He loved with human love alone and was afraid to trade or share. Therefore, he was only available to himself. Let us pledge to the Lord to exchange his gift of love with as many people as possible. It is our responsibility and our joy to share God’s love with others.
Love Your Neighbor!
Fr. Rick Pilger, I.C.
www.bscchurch.com
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