Christmas at the Movies: Week 3, Day 3

LUKE 16:30-31

Moses and the prophets encouraged a generous and responsible
use of our resources and emphasized the needs of the most
vulnerable. Jesus reinforced and deepened these lessons in his
parables and by his own lifestyle. The Son of Man came not to be  served but to serve and to give himself away. Yet Jesus tells us
that even a messenger "came back to life from the dead," as he
eventually shall, will fail to move many. The irony is that, so
often, a small act can make a huge difference. A tiny bit of
sharing by the rich man might have alleviated Lazarus' suffering
and changed the trajectory of his own soul. Empathy and
compassion please God and have a massive impact on others.

Pray for the gift of generosity to flourish in your life. 

Why is the message of sharing so hard to hear?

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