Keep on keeping on. That's what today's scripture readings are about. Very apt too for today is the Feastday of St. Monica, mother of St. Augustine of Hippo. I marvel at St. Monica's perseverance and love. She had a husband who was an unbeliever and a son who had a mistress with whom he had a child with. She prayed, begged for their conversion. They did convert but only after many many years. St. Monica, pray for us and our loved ones that we might become more and more like Jesus.
Today's gospel warns us to 'keep awake' for no one knows when the Master is coming. How have I become lax in the things entrusted to me? Am I still living my faith consistently and radically -- being salt and light in my circle of influence? Admittedly, the answer is 'no'. Holy Spirit grant me the grace to shake off my apathy and start walking the talk again -- in small and big ways. Amen.
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