When we were little, our parents often taught us
manners and ethics. The one good attitude that was always taught and emphasized
for us was don't forget to say “thank you” when we received something. This
attitude of expressing gratitude is reflected in today's Gospel when ten lepers
came to Jesus to be cleansed, "Jesus, Master, have mercy on us!" But
when they were cleansed, only one person came back to express his gratitude to
God. The others did not realize what God
had done for them and they seemingly forgot
the blessing that they had received.
Being grateful is sometimes so easily forgotten. Maybe
we are so excited that we forget the One who had helped us and gave everything
to us. Therefore, in the Gospel, God reminds us to behave in a balanced way
when asking, give thanks. God has given us many things for free, granting our
wishes, and meeting the needs of our lives.
So, balancing these two things becomes the goal of everyday life in our
words and deeds. Amen.
By Fr. Risco Batbual, SVD.
No comments:
Post a Comment