Meditation Minute

My Dearest Brothers and Sisters in Christ:

“We are unworthy servants; we have only done what was our duty.” In today’s gospel reading (Luke 17:7-10), Jesus’ message is all about commitment. How many times have you heard someone say its about giving 110 percent. Today’s message is about 110%; about doing more than what we think is expected. Jesus provides an image which we are to follow. When we are done plowing the fields, should we expect to sit at the table of God. No. We must be willing to give everything we have to God because he has given everything to us. It’s when we think that God owes us something or that we expect something in return for our labors that we fall short. There is nothing we should expect in return for our labors. If we are done plowing the field, then we should prepare a meal for him. We can never repay God for what we has given us. Man can never satisfy his debt no matter what service he provides. Therefore, we should provide service to our Lord with only the satisfaction that we can provide service to him. This is selfless and unconditional love to God. God honors the servant who is faithful and generous. We are called to generous to our fellow man. Our generosity is God working through us for others.

A Simple Prayer

"Lord Jesus, fill my heart with love, gratitude and generosity.

Make me a faithful and zealous servant for you.

May I generously pour out my life in loving service for you and for others,

just as you have so generously poured yourself out in love for me."

Yours in Christ

Michael Marcon