Daily Readings - Mon Oct 20 2025
Romans
20He staggered not at the promise of God through unbelief; but was strong in faith, giving glory to God;21And being fully persuaded that, what he had promised, he was able also to perform.22And therefore it was imputed to him for righteousness.23Now it was not written for his sake alone, that it was imputed to him;24But for us also, to whom it shall be imputed, if we believe on him that raised up Jesus our Lord from the dead;25Who was delivered for our offences, and was raised again for our justification.
Luke
13And one of the company said unto him, Master, speak to my brother, that he divide the inheritance with me.14And he said unto him, Man, who made me a judge or a divider over you?15And he said unto them, Take heed, and beware of covetousness: for a man's life consisteth not in the abundance of the things which he possesseth.16And he spake a parable unto them, saying, The ground of a certain rich man brought forth plentifully:17And he thought within himself, saying, What shall I do, because I have no room where to bestow my fruits?18And he said, This will I do: I will pull down my barns, and build greater; and there will I bestow all my fruits and my goods.19And I will say to my soul, Soul, thou hast much goods laid up for many years; take thine ease, eat, drink, and be merry.20But God said unto him, Thou fool, this night thy soul shall be required of thee: then whose shall those things be, which thou hast provided?21So is he that layeth up treasure for himself, and is not rich toward 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.