Thursday of week 7 in Ordinary Time
Saint Gregory of Narek, Abbot and Doctor of the Church
First reading – Ecclesiasticus 5:1-10
The author of Ecclesiasticus warns us against placing our trust in wealth, power, or fleeting pleasures, reminding us that these things are ultimately unreliable and cannot secure our eternal destiny. Human nature, wounded by sin, often seeks comfort in material possessions, delaying conversion and neglecting the call to holiness. Yet, the passage exhorts us to turn to the Lord without delay, for God’s mercy is great, but His justice is also certain. We are invited to cultivate a spirit of humility and dependence on God, rather than being deceived by the illusion of self-sufficiency. True wisdom lies in prioritizing the eternal over the temporary, seeking God above all else, and living each day in readiness for His judgment. Let’s reflect: Am I placing my trust in temporary things, delaying my conversion, or neglecting my relationship with God in pursuit of fleeting security and comfort?
Don Giorgio