In the Gospel reading, Jesus tells a parable about a Pharisee who takes pride in his dutiful life. He brags about his fasting and tithing while looking down on the humble tax collector. However, no matter how well we live, we never have a special claim on God.
We all struggle with excessive self-worth and pride from time to time. Jesus warns us to guard against pride, even when we have done a great job at something. He said, "When you have done all you have been commanded, say, 'We are unprofitable servants; we have done what we were obliged to do.'"
The good news is that we don't need to earn God's favor through our accomplishments. God has already blessed us by giving us His Son. In response, we serve God by humbly doing His will. Our service to the LORD pales compared to the LORD's faithful service to us.
Homily for Thursday of the 25th Week in Ordinary Time
Homily for the Memorial of St. Vincent de Paul
Homily for Tuesday of the 25th Week in Ordinary Time
Homily for Monday of the 25th Week in Ordinary Time
Homily for the 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Homily for the Memorial of St. Pius of Pietrelcina (Padre Pio)
Homily for Friday of the 24th Week in Ordinary Time
Homily for the Feast of St. Matthew, Apostle & Evangelist
Homily for the Memorial of Saints Andrew Kim Tae-gŏn, Paul Chŏng Ha-sang, and their Companions
Homily for Tuesday of the 24th Week in Ordinary Time
Homily for Monday of the 24th Week in Ordinary Time
Homily for the Epiphany of the Lord
Homily for the Feast of St. Matthew, Apostle & Evangelist
Homily for the Memorial of Saints Andrew Kim Tae-gŏn, Paul Chŏng Ha-sang, & Companions, Martyrs
Homily for Monday of the 25th Week in Ordinary Time
Homily for the 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Homily for Saturday of the 24th Week in Ordinary Time
Homily for the Memorial of Sts. Cornelius and Cyprian
Homily for the Memorial of Our Lady of Sorrows
Homily for the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross
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