Shedding a Little Light

“Quickly bring the finest robe and put it on him; put a ring on his finger and sandals on his feet” Luke 15: 22

The Father has such generosity to an undeserving son! More than these material gifts are the gifts of love and forgiveness that the father pours out on his son. The son was forgiven long before he even headed for home. We too are undeserving, but our generous God continually forgives us and pours out his love upon us every single time we turn back to Him. But do we really believe God loves us just the way we are? When we go to reconciliation, do we truly accept God’s mercy and forgiveness? At the end of each day, do we pause and reflect on our deeds that were done and the words that were spoken? Praise the Lord for the good and ask for God’s mercy and forgiveness for the things that fell short of His glory.

Let us all be as generous as the father in today’s gospel. Remember, generosity is more than giving money. It is sacrifice. It is the willingness of our spirit to give whether deserved or not. It is our need to pour out forgiveness to those who have hurt us and to love our enemy. It is the desire of our hearts to give to those who have need of food or clothing or attention or kindness or mercy. That is the overwhelming generosity that we are asked to give.

Reflect on the closeness that God has with you and how God’s love has changed you. Turn to God. Praise Him! Wrap yourself in His mercy and forgiveness, and then share that mercy and forgiveness with others as you…

Keep Living in the Light

Bernie