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The WORD today (See http://www.usccb.org/bible/readings/061614.cfm) reminds me that God wants us to give more than what is asked of us.

Give beyond what is expected of you.

That is how God wants us to live. To serve. God just does not want us to reach the minimum. He wants us to give more than that. In the gospel he says:

When someone strikes you on your right cheek, turn the other one to him as well. If anyone wants to go to law with you over your tunic, hand him your cloak as well. Should anyone press you into service for one mile, go with him for two miles.

Go the extra mile. This is not just in faith, but in our lives as well. Work harder. Give your best. Share more. Love deeper. Expect less. These are probably clichés, but God is reminding us today that we should be willing to give more, serve more, love more - to step out of our comfort zones for Him.

May we be willing to do so.

Father God,

Thank you for today. Thank you for another day to live. Thank you for another chance to love and serve you. Thank you for another week. Lord, help me step out of my comfort zone for you. Amen.

Blessed day!

In Christ,

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