Daily Readings - Mon Oct 20 2025
Romans
20And then, in the Promise of God, he did not hesitate out of distrust, but instead he was strengthened in faith, giving glory to God21knowing most fully that whatever God has promised, he is also able to accomplish22And for this reason, it was reputed to him unto justice23Now this has been written, that it was reputed to him unto justice, not only for his sake24but also for our sake. For the same shall be reputed to us, if we believe in him who raised up our Lord Jesus Christ from the dead25who was handed over because of our offenses, and who rose again for our justification
Luke
13And someone from the crowd said to him, "Teacher, tell my brother to share the inheritance with me.14But he said to him, "Man, who has appointed me as judge or arbitrator over you?15So he said to them: "Be cautious and wary of all avarice. For a person’s life is not found in the abundance of the things that he possesses.16Then he spoke to them using a comparison, saying: "The fertile land of a certain wealthy man produced crops17And he thought within himself, saying: ‘What should I do? For I have nowhere to gather together my crops.18And he said: ‘This is what I will do. I will tear down my barns and build larger ones. And into these, I will gather all the things that have been grown for me, as well as my goods19And I will say to my soul: Soul, you have many goods, stored up for many years. Relax, eat, drink, and be cheerful.20But God said to him: ‘Foolish one, this very night they require your soul of you. To whom, then, will those things belong, which you have prepared?21So it is with him who stores up for himself, and is not wealthy with God.
Sermon
In today's readings, we encounter two profound lessons that guide us toward a deeper understanding of faith and values. The first reading from Romans 4:20-25 highlights Abraham's unwavering trust in God's promises, which was credited to him as righteousness. This passage emphasizes the importance of faith and trust in God, even when circumstances seem challenging. The second reading, from Luke 12:13-21, presents Jesus' parable of the rich fool, who becomes consumed by his wealth and loses sight of what truly matters. This parable warns against the dangers of materialism and encourages us to prioritize spiritual wealth over earthly possessions.
Both readings invite us to reflect on where we place our trust and focus. Abraham's story shows us that true strength comes from trusting in God's promises, while the parable of the rich fool cautions us against allowing material wealth to define our lives. These teachings remind us that our ultimate treasure should be our relationship with God, and that we are called to live with generosity and detachment from worldly goods.
As we apply these lessons to our daily lives, let us examine our priorities and values. Are we like the rich fool, accumulating possessions while neglecting our spiritual well-being? Or are we like Abraham, trusting in God's providence even when the future seems uncertain? Let us strive to cultivate a deeper faith and trust in God, using our resources wisely and generously, remembering that true wealth lies in our relationship with Him.