SATURDAY, ELEVENTH WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME
Memorial of Saint Aloysius Gonzaga
2 Cor 12: 1-10 Ps 34: 8-13 Mt 6: 24-34
SURRENDERING WORRY
“Do not worry about tomorrow,” Jesus assures us, yet worry often grips our hearts despite knowing that Christ holds our lives in His merciful hands. Today’s readings urge us to surrender every aspect of our existence to the Lord, who knows our struggles, our future, and the ultimate purpose of our journey. From the moment of our creation, God has seen the end from the beginning, weaving a divine plan for our lives. Worry, a reflection of human fragility, reveals our struggle to trust fully in His providence. Even Martha, in Luke 10:38-42, succumbed to worry, fretting over tasks while missing the “better part” that Mary chose – sitting attentively at Jesus’ feet.
Like Mary, we are called to pause, slow down, and listen to the Lord’s voice. This is not easy in a world that demands constant motion, but surrendering our anxieties allows us to hear God’s solutions. When we quiet our hearts, He speaks – perhaps through Scripture, circumstances, or the wisdom of others. Jesus, our Savior, cannot bear to see us consumed by worry. He invites us to trust patiently, assuring us that He provides what we need most, even if it differs from our desires. Whether it is food, clothing, shelter, or guidance, God is in control, faithfully sustaining us as He has since our time in our mother’s womb.
Our overthinking minds often amplify our fears, but faith calls us to release these burdens into Christ’s hands. He has carried us this far; will He not guide us through the days ahead? God’s providence may come through unexpected means, requiring us to discern His voice amidst life’s noise. Let us hold fast to faith, choosing to rest in His presence like Mary, confident that He knows everything. As we surrender our fragile, anxious hearts, we find peace in His promise to supply our deepest needs, leading us to a life of trust and divine assurance.
Response: Taste and see that the Lord is good.
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