Memorial of Saint Monica

Who, then, is the faithful and prudent servant, whom the master has put in charge of his household to distribute to them their food at the proper time? Blessed is that servant whom his master on his arrival finds doing so. Amen, I say to you, he will put him in charge of all his property.

God gives us every opportunity in our lives to prove to him that we are faithful and prudent servants. Sometimes we might wonder where He is in our lives, especially when we are undergoing physical, emotional, or spiritual trials. However, as long as we keep feeding his children’s through our acts of love, mercy, and grace, then when our master arrives, he will reward us. If we fail in doing this, then we will be rightfully placed with the hypocrites and have no one but ourselves to blame when we are punished for our selfishness.

Have we built a habit of knowing, loving, and serving God and his children? Do we keep the faith even when we feel most abandoned by God? What areas in our lives do we need to become more prudent?

O Lord, grant us the faith and prudence we need to do your will.

Amen.