BE SENSITIVE TO THE NEEDS OF OTHERS

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HOMILY FOR THE 26TH SUNDAY OF THE YEAR IN ORDINARY TIME C


BY: Rev. Fr. Solomon P. Zaku

Texts: Amos 6:1, 4-7;  Psalm 146:7.8 -10; I Timothy 6: 11-16; Luke 16:19-31

The readings of today speak to us on the importance of being sensitive to the needs of others. We live in a very difficult time in our country today. We have insecurity and humanitarian crises/ needs in different parts of the country. Many people, are sick, hungry and depressed. We need to come to their aid. Our readings cautioned us to the our best so as not to regret
In the first reading (Amos 6: 1, 4-7), Amos  the prophet of social justice  condemns those who live extravagantly or wastefully, with little or no concern for the poor or needy. The prophet Amos takes time to graphically describe the   extravagance of the rich in terms of their beds and meat (Amos 6:4), musical taste and instruments (Amos 6:5), wine and perfumes (Amos 6:6).
In the second reading, St. Paul tells us the kind of life we are supposed to live as Christians.
In the Gospel, we are presented with the story of the rich man and Lazarus. The sin of the Rich man is that of negligence and insensitivity. He failed to come to the aid of the poor man Lazarus. He was so concerned with his well-being that he failed to notice Lazarus.
This parable is a wake -up call for you and I .  Let us always remember that there is a  Lazarus at our gate or neighborhood needing a little attention, care or concern from us. The fact that Lazarus may not say anything does not mean he or she does not need anything; Lazarus may just be counting on your maturity, generosity and understanding!
 Let us not allow our wealth, ambition and quest for power to blind us so much so that we don't see those who need our assistance. We may not have much like the rich man, but the little we give can help in alleviating the pains of others. Let us use the opportunity we have to do good now tomorrow may be too late. Let us always remember that whatever we do to our brothers and sisters we did it to God and that we shall be rewarded according to our deeds.
May God grant us the grace to use the things of this world wisely through Christ our Lord. Amen.

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