Overcoming the fear of Insufficiency (Homily for the 17th Sunday in ordinary time year B July 28 2024
Homily for the 17th Sunday in ordinary time year B July 28 2024 2kgs 4:42-44; Psalm 145; Ephesians 4:1-6; John 6:1-5 Overcomin the fear of Insufficiency It is prudent to assess one's capacity before undertaking any project. Embarking on a project without adequate resources often leads to abandonment and subsequent embarrassment. While this principle is generally sound, today's readings teach us that it should not be applied to acts of charity. Planning and executing charity based solely on one's capacity limits the potential of God's abundance. To truly answer the call to give, we need not be sufficient, but willing. The God of abundance will bless our willingness and make it sufficient. As the psalmist proclaims, "You open your hand, Lord, and you satisfy us." Today's first reading and gospel share a common theme. In both narratives, the master instructs that food be distributed to many, despite the servant's reluctance due to the limited supply. How