FRIDAY HOMILY OF 11TH WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME – YEAR B
FRIDAY HOMILY OF 11TH WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME – YEAR B
HOMILY THEME: THE CANCELLOUS DARKNESS!
BY: Fr Oselumhense Anetor
2 Kings 11:1-4, 9-18, 20; Psalm 131(132):11-14, 17-18; Matthew 6:19-23
Have you ever encountered a vengeful heart? Or seen a police detective turned rogue? Chances are that the vengeful heart and the rogue policeman would do much more damage than the ‘everyday’ evil heart ever could? Why? Because when what used to be full of light becomes dark, there’s no turning back. Take an example from Mr Satan who used to be the light bearer. We may shine our shoes, wear tuxedos, sprinkle holy water on our faces, and appear impeccable. But how are we inside all the spray and polish?
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Friends, we will be judged by how much treasure we amassed for God’s Kingdom, rather than by the fame we got; by how much money we have in our accounts, and how many cars and houses we bought. St Aloysius Gonzaga, whose memorial we celebrate today, understood this perfectly. Why else would he abandon a life of nobility, ease and wealth in favour of a life of prayer, austerity and service? He was more interested in serving others than being served. During the plague of 1591, he committed himself so much to assisting the sick that he too caught the plague and died. What an example!
Prayer
Father, as I thank You for the gift of a new day, I pledge to channel my life in the path of light and righteousness, through the grace of your Holy Spirit. May my striving to become a better person help put a smile on people’s faces, to the glory of your name, through Christ our Lord, Amen.
Good morning dear. God bless your weekend ahead.
St. Aloysius Gonzaga; Pray for Us
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