When we are successful in our daily dealings some may claim that success for themselves. Not acknowledging that we are Gods partner, and with God, accountable, to make the world a better place. There is no absolute ownership. The Bible reminds us of that. We are partners with God. without him, we are nothing.
In the first reading, Am 8:4-7, we read of a well known prophet,Amos of Tekoa (750 B.C.) He is better known as the prophet that champions social justice. He lives in the southern kingdom of Israel and goes to the northern kingdom to the sanctuary of Bethel to deliver God's message. Amos, a stranger stands to deliver it. His message that day was to admonish those who were persecuting the just and cheating them.
We should all be concerned for the rights of the poor. "He raises up the lowly from the dust."
(Responsorial Psalm)
The 2nd reading,1 Tim 2:1-8, Christ is our mediator, We pray in Jesus' name for everyone, even our politicians and people of authority, who make us so angry at times, for all human beings may be saved.
The Gospel reading, Lk 16: 1-13, "The Wily Manager". The word Wily can be replaced by shrewd, clever, sharp,astute, canny or smart. Jesus praises the stewards decisiveness in a crises. Even though he was dishonest, he regained the trust of his master.
If we sever the management of our possessions from our faith, we will be living a double standard. "You can not serve both God and Mammon". If we serve and follow God in all things, only then can He trust us.
God Bless You!
Randy Rarden
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