Luke
6:36-38
Today’s gospel is used to
remind us that whatever we do for others, whether it be something as simple as
not judging or offering support, God is watching and will return the favor onto
to us. So, when we fear that others are judging us, we should take a moment to
make sure we aren’t judging them as well. When we feel as though others are
condemning us for our actions, we should take a step back and make sure we
aren’t doing the same to them. We should also take this time of Lent to
remember to forgive those who have hurt us, because by doing so they may
forgive us for our wrong doings as well. Similarly, by giving the gifts of
kindness and friendship to those who need it, the same will be returned to us
in our time of need. Thus, reach out to those who sit alone when others are in
groups, or those who seem as though they just need someone to talk to. For each
good measure we do, God takes notice and returns them to us when our time of
need arrives. As Jesus said to his disciples “for the measure with which you
measure will in return be measured out to you.” Therefore, take a moment this
Lent to notice those amongst us in need and extend a hand out to them in hopes
they will do the same for you.
AnnaMaria Leal ‘21
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| [B]y giving gifts of kindness and friendship to those who need it, the same will be returned to us in our time of need. |
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