THE FATHER WILL HONOR WHOEVER SERVES ME

Brothers and sisters: whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows bountifully will also reap bountifully.
Each must do as already determined, without sadness or compulsion,
for God loves a cheerful giver.
Moreover, God is able to make every grace abundant for you,
so that in all things, always having all you need, you may have
an abundance for every good work.

As it is written: He scatters abroad, he gives to the poor; his righteousness endures forever. The one who supplies seed to the sower
and bread for food will supply and multiply your seed and increase the harvest of your increase the harvest of your righteousness.

Jesus said to his disciples; "Amen, amen, I say to you, unless a grain of wheat falls to the ground and dies, it remains just a grain of wheat; but if it dies, it produces much fruit. Whoever loves his life loses it, and whoever hates his life in this world will preserve it for eternal life. Whoever serves me must follow me, and where I am, there also will my servant be. The Father will honor whoever serves me." Mass Readings

"Sheltered under the name of Jesus Christ, I do not fear these pains, for they do not last long"

"Learn, unhappy man, how great is the power of my God; for your burning coals give me refreshment but they will be your eternal punishment." Saint Lawrence

Heavenly Father, you love a generous heart. Give me the Spirit of generosity.  Lord Jesus Christ give me a sincere heart in serving you. May I never count the cost of following you. H.G.