On the subject of mutual charity you have no need for anyone to write you, for you yourselves have been taught by God to love one another.
Indeed, you do this for all the brothers throughout Macedonia. Nevertheless we urge you, brothers, to progress even more,
and to aspire to live a tranquil life, to mind your own affairs, and to work with your [own] hands, as we instructed you,
that you may conduct yourselves properly toward outsiders and not depend on anyone. (1 Thessalonians 4:9-12 NABRE)
Every Christian is called to live responsibly so others will take notice of how we treat one another. Specifically, when we help others in need, live quietly and respectfully toward others, and work to provide for our material needs, we reflect God's love in this world.
Today, on this Memorial of the Passion of Saint John the Baptist, I will reflect on how I am to live my own calling to be a witness to Jesus.
Saint John the Baptist, religious reformer sent by God to prepare the people for the Messiah, pray for us.
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