The gospel yesterday reminds me of one of my favorite Bible stories, the Good Samaritan. In times like these where we live in a fast-paced society, we usually forget the most important things in life. Most of us dream and aim high but mostly for ourselves (and for our own family) which is not bad at all. But we also overlook the fact that we tend to forget and dream for others too. We forget to love our "neighbors".
This week's gospel challenges us to rise above ourselves and to try to reach out to everyone from everywhere. It reminds us that our love and compassion does not only end to those people close to us but also to others who depend on our love. God has given us the necessary blessings and the ability to reach out - time, talent and treasure. He has given us His own Son and so we ask ourselves, "who are we not to give back?" Everyday, he calls us to be a Samaritan to our neighbors. In serving others, we become extensions of God's love for humanity. We become human blessings to those in need. Some may find it hard to serve but if we serve with genuine love, everything we give is worth it.
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