Ord.Wk 17th: Wednesday 2nd August, 2023 August 2, 2023
Reflection on the WORD
Eternal Salvation: In today’s Gospel, Jesus proclaims to the crowds that the most precious possession in our life is “the Kingdom of Heaven” that God offers as a divine Gift. Ponder on: Are my possessions: material wealth, family, health, successes, used for God’s Glory and in Jesus’ Ways, Truth and Life; and so, gain Eternal Salvation?
Matthew 13:44-46
The kingdom of heaven is like treasure hidden in a field. When a man found it, he hid it again, and then in his joy went and sold all he had and bought that field.
Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant looking for fine pearls. When he found one of great value, he went away and sold everything he had and bought it.
Today's Pointers on God's Word
As you read the passage what words, phases or meanings caught your attention?
- God offers the treasure of his Kingdom of Heaven of eternal happiness to all who believe in His Good News of salvation.
- Are we truly sincere about accepting the gift of eternal life of God’s Kingdom? If so, are we willing to give up all that we value if they are obstacles to God’s Kingdom or are we still attached to them?
- How important is God to you in your daily living e.g. the way you bring up your children, relate to your spouse, care for your parents, respect and reach out to those who are poor and needy? Do you live the Christ-like values daily?