"Give and gifts
will be given to you;
a good measure, packed together,
shaken down, and overflowing,
will be poured into your lap.
For the measure with
which you measure
will in return be
measured out to you.”
(Luke 6:38)
Our way of life should always be filled with love, grace, and kindness. Instead of focusing on others' faults, we're called to self-reflect and offer grace, leaving judgment to God. Just as God shows compassion and kindness, we are encouraged to extend mercy and understanding to others, even when it might be difficult.
Forgiveness is emphasized as a way to be in harmony with others and with God. By forgiving others, we open ourselves to receive forgiveness as well.
Generosity as a virtue brings blessings. What we give—whether love, kindness, or material resources—will be returned to us abundantly, reflecting the principle of reciprocity.
Give with a heart, so open and true,
And gifts will be given back to you.
A good measure, pressed with care,
Packed together with love to spare.
Shaken down, no space for lack,
An overflow that rushes back.
Poured into your lap, so deep, so wide,
Blessings flow as the tides abide.
For what you offer, with joy, with grace,
Returns to you, face to face.
In giving, we find a life renewed,
A mirror of the divine imbued.
Lord Jesus,
You teach us the beauty of giving, reminding us that in generosity, we reflect Your divine love. Help us to give with open hearts, trusting that You will pour blessings, a good measure, packed together, shaken down, and overflowing, into our lives.
May we never hold back kindness or mercy, but share freely, just as You have freely given to us. Strengthen our faith, Lord, to know that as we sow seeds of love and compassion, You will multiply them abundantly, not just for ourselves, but for the world around us.
Thank You, Jesus, for being our example of perfect giving. Teach us to live with open hands and open hearts, always ready to receive and to share the blessings that overflow from Your grace.
In Your holy name, we pray,
Amen.
Pericope:
IV: The Ministry in Galilee
LOVE OF ENEMIES / JUDGING OTHERS
Luke 6:17-26 / 37-42
Gospel Acclamation
Your words, Lord, are Spirit and life; you have the words of everlasting life.
Gospel | Luke 6:36-38
36 Jesus said to his disciples: “Be merciful, just as your Father is merciful. 37 “Stop judging and you will not be judged. Stop condemning and you will not be condemned. Forgive and you will be forgiven. 38 Give and gifts will be given to you; a good measure, packed together, shaken down, and overflowing, will be poured into your lap. For the measure with which you measure will in return be measured out to you.”
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