Holy Gospel of Jesus Christ according to Mark 10, 28-31
Peter began to say to Jesus,
“We have given up everything and followed you.”
Jesus said, “Amen, I say to you,
there is no one who has given up house or brothers or sisters
or mother or father or children or lands
for my sake and for the sake of the Gospel
who will not receive a hundred times more now in this present age:
houses and brothers and sisters
and mothers and children and lands,
with persecutions, and eternal life in the age to come.
But many that are first will be last, and the last will be first.”
Letting go to receive
1. Peter. Peter is an example of someone who is deeply passionate about what he does and who he’s doing it for. In contrast to the rich young man, Peter acts with real purpose; he doesn’t just participate out of obligation or routine. When you discover true meaning in what you do and understand your reasons, enthusiasm follows, fueling both desire and hope. That’s why those who pursue their passions recognize that sacrifices are inevitable. Life does not allow us to have everything, and from its very start, it requires us to make decisions. Each choice should have a reason and create a link that connects one decision to the next.
2. Letting go. When you are willing to give something up for another person, you’re recognizing that this person brings meaning and completeness to your life. Additionally, choosing to step away from certain people or things shows that you realize they aren’t essential to your journey, and you don’t need to be the center of theirs. Letting go of someone is actually a part of loving them; it’s a sign of maturity to accept that the person you love can live and flourish without you. A huge temptation we all face is trying to keep others revolving around us. Letting go is part of growing up. To love is to choose. Clinging too tightly can cause others to become mere satellites in your life, and in the end, your life stops being your own, as it is directed by others.
3. Putting life first. Take the lead in your own life. Remember that your life is a journey toward a goal, so live intentionally. Every choice you make is driven by a reason. We aren’t meant to simply gather people around us; our calling is to seek the good and freedom of those around us. True fulfillment comes from living and deciding with intention. But if you find yourself being a bystander to your own decisions, it could mean that you’ve become a captive to them.
Remember that something good is on the way!
God bless you and guard you in the name of the Father, of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.
