Today's readings are beautiful and challenging at the same time. The first reading is from Wisdom where the author calls on God and the spirit of Wisdom comes and he falls in love with her. He says that "all good things came to me along with her." When we rely on God, we are blessed beyond our imaginings.
Psalm 90 is a favourite: Satisfy me in the morning with your steadfast love so that we may rejoice and be glad all our days. Oh to be satisfied every morning and not to long for anything! Let the favour of the Lord our God be upon us and prosper for us the work of our hands. Every morning I pray this prayer: I offer You all my works, prayers, joys and sufferings of this day, O Lord. May they all be according to Your holy will and for Your greater glory. God has given everything to me and I long to return it all back, tenfold if possible, for the greater good.
Lately I have been struck by how many opportunities are coming my way to do good. This morning I received a phone call from some women who asked if I would sit on a board that is being created. I am excited about who is asking and what is being asked. As busy as I seem right now, I keep saying yes to some of the awesome situations that appear. I find there is a steady flow of good things happening in my life right now and am grateful for that.
In the Gospel today, the rich young man goes away grieving because he has many possessions. Instead of thinking about his material wealth, I am struck today by how many gifts I have been given and how I must use them when the chance arises. Many good things come with Wisdom. May I keep my eyes on her and my heart attentive to her voice.
What good thing has come to you lately?
Peace,
Suzanne
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