The WORD today (see http://usccb.org/bible/readings/102612.cfm), particularly the gospel, reminds us to prepare for eternity
Jesus says that people during those times understand nature. They know when rain will come or how hot it would be. They master superficial, outward signs, but fail to see the real signs of the times. They focus too much on the here and now, and fail to see that there is eternity to prepare for as well. God wants us to not just focus on the immediate concerns of our lives – work, business, school, family, etc, but give ample time and effort to prepare for eternity as well.
We sometimes think that we will have time to prepare for eternity when we are old. We sometimes shun away the idea of death and think that we have a good 20 years to work hard, then upon retirement, that’s when one can prepare for eternity. Well, God is full of surprises. He says to settle the matter, to make peace with your opponent before reaching the judge. While we are still alive, while we still have time, we are asked to make peace with God and prepare our souls by living a life considering eternity. Else, it might be too late. When we come face to face with God, when he calls us, no matter how young or old we are, we won’t have time to prepare anymore.
Am I at peace with God? Despite of the busyness in life and my immediate concerns, do I take time to prepare for eternity? How am I preparing for eternity?
Father God,
Thank you for today. Thank you for an early day to rest. Lord, I ask that you give me the heart that would prepare for eternity. Life is so busy and stressful and there’s a big tendency to not think about death, about eternity with you. May I always be aware that one day, you will call me and ask me about how I lived my life on earth. Help me take steps to start preparing for this moment, so that when you call me, I can confidently say that I tried my best to live my life in service of you on earth. Amen.
God bless!
In Christ,
-g-
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