Twenty-Ninth Monday in Ordinary Time

But God, who is rich in mercy, because of the great love he had for us, even when we were dead in our transgressions, brought us to life with Christ (by grace you have been saved), raised us up with him, and seated us with him in the heavens in Christ Jesus, that in the ages to come he might show the immeasurable riches of his grace in his kindness to us in Christ Jesus. For by grace you have been saved through faith, and this is not from you; it is the gift of God; it is not from works, so no one may boast.

God brought us to life through and with Christ. We gave us our lives for a purpose and wants us to fulfill His Will. As such, He gives us every grace we need to accomplish His Divine Plan. He wants to think, speak, and work through us so He might bring about the greatest good for all His beloved children. We are hampered in doing His Will when we fall into sin and indifference. However, He is always besides us, offering forgiveness and mercy so we might repent and do what is right and good. He is kind and loving and provides us all we could ever hope for in our lives. He offers us salvation as a gift and if we are humble and trusting enough, we receive it with open minds, hearts, and spirits.

For what purpose has God given us life? How are we fulfilling or denying this purpose? How can we accomplish God's Will more faithfully, hopefully, and lovingly?

O Lord, we thank you for the immeasurable graces you've given us.

Amen.