By Anthony Jayaraj csc –
Readings: Wis 6:12-16; 1 Thes 4: 13-18; Mt 25: 1-13
The gospel passage leaves me troubled because it makes me aware of my lax attitude to spiritual progress in life. Like foolish virgins in the gospel, sometimes my attitude was ‘I can manage’ and took things for granted and settled for an easy-going life. As a result, I procrastinated. Now, I feel bad for the moments I waited for the last day to complete my work. I realize that I was foolish on account of poor decisions made in life due to procrastination.
The book of wisdom reminds that lack of openness for instructions can slow me down in my spiritual life, for wisdom lies within it. Through today’s liturgy, Jesus instructs me to develop a strong will and desire for a disciplined life, especially in these challenging times.
Perhaps, if I resolve to be committed and faithful to little things like making my bed every morning, greeting others with a smile, and say sorry for wrongdoings, I will be wise in the eyes of God. So, what I need to do is to make right choices and prioritize things that get me closer to Jesus day after day.