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 the Feast of St. Luke, Evangelist
Homily for the Memorial of St. Ignatius of Antioch
Homily for Monday of the 28th Week in Ordinary Time
Homily for the 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Homily for Saturday of the 27th Week in Ordinary Time
Homily for Friday of the 27th Week in Ordinary Time
Homily for Thursday of the 27th Week in Ordinary Time
Homily for the Memorial of St. John XXIII
Homily for Tuesday of the 27th Week in Ordinary Time
Homily for Monday of the 27th Week in Ordinary Time
Homily for the 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Homily for the Memorial of Our Lady of the Rosary
Homily for Friday of the 26th Week in Ordinary Time
Homily for Thursday of the 26th Week in Ordinary Time
Homily for the Memorial of St. Francis of Assisi
Homily for Tuesday of the 23rd Week in Ordinary Time
Homily for the Memorial of the Guardian Angels
Homily for the 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Homily for the Memorial of St. Jerome
Homily for the Feast of Sts. Michael, Gabriel & Raphael, Archangels
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