Daily Readings - Mon Nov 03 2025
Romans
29for God's gifts and his call are irrevocable.30Just as you who were at one time disobedient to God have now received mercy as a result of their disobedience,31so they too have now become disobedient in order that they too may now receive mercy as a result of God's mercy to you.32For God has bound all men over to disobedience so that he may have mercy on them all.33Oh, the depth of the riches of the wisdom and knowledge of God! How unsearchable his judgments, and his paths beyond tracing out!34"Who has known the mind of the Lord? Or who has been his counselor?"35"Who has ever given to God, that God should repay him?"36For from him and through him and to him are all things. To him be the glory forever! Amen.
Luke
12Then Jesus said to his host, "When you give a luncheon or dinner, do not invite your friends, your brothers or relatives, or your rich neighbors; if you do, they may invite you back and so you will be repaid.13But when you give a banquet, invite the poor, the crippled, the lame, the blind,14and you will be blessed. Although they cannot repay you, you will be repaid at the resurrection of the righteous."
Sermon
In today’s readings, we are reminded of God’s boundless mercy and the call to live with humility and generosity. The first reading from Romans emphasizes that God’s gifts and call are irrevocable, and His ways are beyond human comprehension. Paul highlights that both believers and unbelievers are part of God’s plan, and His mercy extends to all. The Gospel from Luke presents Jesus teaching about the importance of inviting those who cannot repay us—those marginalized and in need. He promises that our reward will come in the resurrection of the just, encouraging us to act selflessly.
These readings are deeply connected. Romans provides the theological foundation of God’s universal mercy, while Luke’s Gospel offers a practical application of living out that mercy. Together, they remind us that our faith is not just about understanding God’s plan but also about living it out in our actions. Jesus’ teaching challenges us to move beyond self-interest and societal expectations, embracing a life of humility and generosity.
As we reflect on these readings, let us consider how we interact with others in our daily lives. Do we only extend kindness to those who can return the favor, or do we reach out to those who cannot? Let us trust in God’s providence and live with hearts open to serving others without expectation of reward. In doing so, we not only reflect God’s mercy but also deepen our trust in His plan, knowing that our true reward lies in eternal life with Him.