More Than

The WORD today (See http://usccb.org/bible/readings/100414.cfm) reminds me that God rewards us with more than we can imagine

In the first reading, we see the final chapter of the book of Job. His is a story that inspires me, to get through challenges and look forward to God's reward as we remain faithful to Him.

Thus the LORD blessed the latter days of Job
more than his earlier ones

God rewarded Job with more than what he initially had. God took everything away from Job, except his life. But as Job remained faithful to God, everything was given back... everything and more.

God is generous.

In the gospel, we see Jesus' disciples returning to him happy because of a successful mission. However, more than God being there to help them and enabling them to do great things in his name, Jesus reminds them that the real reason they should be happy is that their names are written in heaven. That is more than what the disciples wanted and expected.

As long as we do what God asks us to do, as long as we remain faithful to Him, we will experience immense blessings, more than we can imagine. Why, is it God's reward for his good children? I believe it's more than that. It is more than a reward.  God only wants the best for us. He will not give us what we cannot handle - both with problems and with blessings. God gives these things to those who are ready to accept them, and following God and staying faithful to Him shows that we love him more than we love this world, and that we are ready to receive properly these blessings, for God is first in our lives.

Despite all the problems and challenges in life, may we remember that God's love and blessings is always more than what we need.

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 weekend. Lord, thank you for Job. Thank you for reminding me it is possible to remain faithful to you, despite being human, despite all the emotions and all the sadness we may have in our hearts. Help me be faithful like him, and be ready workers like your disciples. I know that as I live my life for you, you will take care of everything. Amen.

Blessed Weekend!

In Christ,

-g-