Brothers,
do not be like the scribes and Pharisees, divided among themselves even though they claim to be united.
You, disciples of Christ, be truly united, one for another, united in love, and let the purpose of your unity be the establishment of My Kingdom.
Remember that a divided kingdom is no longer a kingdom and cannot survive. Be united among yourselves, therefore, in love for Me and for My teaching.
All for one, one for all.
Whoever has, let them give humbly.
Whoever does not have, let them accept humbly and humbly present their needs to their brothers and sisters, recognizing them as such, and let the brothers and sisters lovingly listen to the needs of their brothers and sisters, truly feeling themselves to be such.
Remember that a reward is given to those who show mercy even with a single sip of water.
When he is cold, clothe him; when he is hungry, feed him; when he is thirsty, quench his thirst.
Remember that giving is better than receiving.
The Son of Man was denied the place and food given to guard dogs.
Let the rich find the generosity to give of their wealth.
Hateful money, suggested by Satan, the cause of the world’s ruin, if given out of love, is transformed into an immortal and heavenly gem.
Be clothed in your virtues.
Let them be great but known only to God.
Do not act like the Pharisees who love to be acclaimed for their elegant clothes, who impose rules they do not follow.
There is only one Master: Christ.
Reflection on the message:
In this enchanting message, Jesus returns to instruct us on the themes of Lent. Today He reminds us of the importance of charity: giving is more important than receiving; it brings greater joy. But, conversely, those in need must not be ashamed to ask for help.
Jesus wants us to behave like the early Christians (as described in the Book of Acts): to be of one heart and one soul, to share our possessions, and to meet the needs of the less fortunate.
Let us therefore remember to show mercy to those in need, but without making a show of it. In secret, God will see and reward us.
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