Appetite, Ambition & Arrogance (Homily @ Church of the Risen Christ) We are often tempted by what we can consume, be it extra dessert when we are full, extra drink when weve already had one too many, one more pair of shoes, another gadget whenever a new piece of technology is launch...the list is endless. So much to distract u with, that we believe our life would not be complete without these things. What about worrying about whether we have done enough? Trying to prove ourselves over and over again, so that we can get that extra bonus, another promotion. Perhaps even to the detriment of our relationships with others, in our thirst for power and recognition, we overlook the suffering and difficulties that others are experiencing, or we neglect our loved ones, may be with the misguided thinking that after this promotion, things will be different. We all have pride. Its good to feel needed, praised for doing a good job, thanked for our commitment. Again, the list is endless. What happens when we become over confident that all we have achieved is due to our own efforts, our own ingenuity and talents, really forgetting where they all came from to begin with? Temptation doesnt just come during Lent. Lets not let it catch us unawares.
Posted on: Sun, 09 Mar 2014 11:35:56 +0000
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