Never decide to slumber(SERMON/REFLECTION/HOMILY FOR SATURDAY OF THE 24TH WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME (ST. PADRE PIO) 23RD SEPTEMBER 2023
Never decide to slumber(SERMON/REFLECTION/HOMILY FOR SATURDAY OF THE 24TH WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME (ST. PADRE PIO) 23RD SEPTEMBER 2023 1Tim.6:13-16; Ps.100; Luke 8:4-15 Never decide to slumber The types and intensity of distractions in the world today calls not only for awareness but also serious caution. Every day, one who is determined to make out something meaningful with his or her life, must contend with different forms of distractions. It is clear that to be successful in the real sense of the word, one must also learn how to deal with distractions. In line with this thought, the readings of today seek to boost our commitment to the Word of God amidst the distractions of the world. In the gospel reading, Jesus told a parable of how different types of distractions made healthy seeds fruitless. This teaches us that our competence will amount to nothing unless we have learnt determination and focus. The seeds that fell on the rich soil represent those who hear the Word of God and conti...