1st Reading: (Amos 6:1a, 4-7)
RESPONSORIAL PSALM Psalm 146:6c-7.8-9a.9bc-10 (R. lb)
2nd Reading: (1 Timothy 6: 11-16)
Gospel Reading: (Luke 16: 19-31)
Ojo Emmanuel
ATEMENYEN OGHENETEGA
If we can't help the poor,let us not add to there sufferings here on earth.
For the story of Lazarus and the rich man,let it ring in us that one good turn deserves another.
He who has ear,let him hear
Shallom
Sis. Ikediasor Felicia
The readings of tomorrow makes me understand that God fights, speaks, defends and protects the poor of the land.
The readings of tomorrow makes me understand that God fights, speaks, defends and protects the poor of the land.
He guides them in justice, fairness and faithfully protects those that relies on Him in totality irrespective of their financial status especially the poor.
I have also come to understand that God works more with the humble and meek who deals righteously in all they do.
The first readings calls out to the fact that we all need to be our brothers keeper, always place ourselves in the conditions of others around us. Trying to help at all times as the need arises.
Not to eat fat at the expense of the poor and needy of the land.
Living in affluence when our brothers are dying of hunger and cold and we careless.
Prophet Amos said such people will be the first to go into exile.
The second reading reminds us that we have to keep striving in the face of trials and temptations.
Holding onto our faith and the commandments of love and sacrifice for the eternal life.
The gospel and the responsorial psalms reminds us that God is a God of justice and fairness.
He takes care of His children jealously and cares for those who are helpless and hopeless.
He needs us to join Him in the spreading of His love, providence and freedom to everyone around us.
We should be sensitive to the needs of our brothers and try in helping out in our little ways in putting smiles on people faces and giving them reasons to be alive and worship God.
May God sustain us in His ways.
Amen
WARNING OF A BITTER END
Woe to those who twist God’s blessings to serve their own selfish desires instead of His will.
Woe to those who use their wealth to devalue and trample others.
Woe to those whose riches have deceived them into thinking they are equal with God.
Woe to those whose abundance has led them to live foolishly, like the rich fool.
Woe to those who believe their success is solely due to their own skill and effort.
Woe to those who hoard earthly treasures instead of investing in eternity.
Woe to those who have abandoned the pursuit of righteousness, godliness, faith, love, endurance, and gentleness, and have stopped fighting the good fight of faith.
Woe to those who, like the rich man, ignore the needs of others in their communities and lack compassion.
Woe to those who have encountered Christ but remain unconvinced and refuse to believe.
Woe to those who cannot forgive themselves and doubt God's power to forgive.
May we not, like the rich man, live to regret our choices on the final day. Amen.
DR. NGOZI NLEWEDIM
ALLELUIA 2 Corinthians 8:9
Alleluia. Though Jesus Christ was rich, yet for your sake he became poor, so that by his poverty you might become rich. Alleluia.
Good evening, brethren.
I’ll share my reflection from the Alleluia verse…
Jesus became poor by voluntarily becoming a man. Imagine a whole God of the universe, owner of everything in the world giving up His rights and privileges, as God and becoming human.
Hmmmmm, truly he left all His rights and riches to be born in a manager by a poor carpenter and humble mother. He became subject to human limitations such as place and time. He was still essentially God, in the flesh, but He set aside His glory and His rights to experience everything we experience and ultimately, to take our place and bear the punishment for our sins and sickness and death and lack.
God is truly amazing for sacrificing so much for us, that we may become rich. Alleluia!
Felicia Peter
From the second reading, the first letter of St Paul to Timothy. Here, we are encouraged to keep the commandments of the Lord until the appearing of the Lord. Just as it is said in the holy Bible, seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness and every other thing shall be added on to you. We are therefore urged to fight a good fight in faith and love, denounce the devil and his activities so the we shall inherit the kingdom of God the Sovereign king.
From the second reading, the first letter of St Paul to Timothy. Here, we are encouraged to keep the commandments of the Lord until the appearing of the Lord. Just as it is said in the holy Bible, seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness and every other thing shall be added on to you. We are therefore urged to fight a good fight in faith and love, denounce the devil and his activities so the we shall inherit the kingdom of God the Sovereign king.
Sis. Egba Peace
FIRST READING.
FIRST READING.
Amos' Warning:
- Criticizes complacency and luxury in Israel
- Condemns extravagant lifestyle and neglect of the poor
- Warns of spiritual decay and social injustice
- Complacency can lead to spiritual decay
- Luxury and excess can lead to social injustice
- Prioritize justice, compassion, and caring for the vulnerable
THE GOSPEL.
The Story of the Rich Man and Lazarus (Luke 16:19-31)
A rich man lived in luxury, while a poor man named Lazarus suffered at his gate. After death:
- Lazarus was comforted in Abraham's bosom (heaven).
- The Rich Man was tormented in Hades (hell).
The Rich Man asked Abraham to send Lazarus to warn his brothers, but Abraham said they had Moses and the prophets to listen to.
The Rich Man's request was denied, emphasizing the importance of listening to Scripture and living accordingly.
- Wealth : Material wealth doesn't guarantee salvation.
- Compassion matters: Neglecting the poor can have consequences.
- Scripture is sufficient: Listening to and following Scripture is crucial for salvation.
SECOND READING
1 Timothy 6:11-16 l
Paul urges us to:
-Pursue righteousness: Focus on living a virtuous life.
- Pursue faith : Cultivate trust in God.
- Pursue love and peace: Nurture relationships and inner peace.
- Endure trials: Remain faithful despite challenges.
- Prioritize spiritual growth: Focus on developing a strong faith.
- Keep the faith: Guard the truth and remain committed.
- Obey God's commands: Live according to God's will.
- Spiritual maturity: Pursuing righteousness and faith leads to spiritual growth.
- Witness to others: Living a virtuous life reflects Christ to others.
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