July 30, 2006

Jesus gave thanks

"Then Jesus took the loaves, gave thanks,
and distributed them to those who were reclining,
and also as much of the fish as they wanted." (John 6:10-11)

Reflection: So often we are troubled by questions like "How will I make it?" or "What will I do?"
These questions confronted Jesus when it came time to feed a large crowd of hungry people. We are that crowd, and Jesus shows us how to receive all that we want. Give thanks.

Once we recognize where our blessings come from, and what we did to deserve them all ... more comes. Freely. Let us recline (relax) and not worry so much about what WE have to do, but rest assured that God will grant to us all we need and all we want.

As we wait for waht we need, we give good thanks (in Greek: "Eu Charistia" "good graces")

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