While he was speaking, a woman from the crowd called out and said to him, “Blessed is the womb that carried you and the breasts at which you nursed.”
He replied, “Rather, blessed are those who hear the word of God and observe it.” (Luke 11:27-28 NABRE)
Jesus considered attentiveness to God’s Word even more important than Mary's biological relationship to himself.* How wonderful it is to have this remarkable insight! To be truly blessed is to hear God's word and comply with it.
Today, I am led to consider these words of Jesus: Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat [or drink], or about your body, what you will wear. (Matthew 6:25a) But seek first the kingdom (of God) and his righteousness, and all these things will be given you besides. (Matthew 6:33)
Today, I will spend time in God's Word taking steps to observe it as my day unfolds.
Saint Lorenzo Ruiz and Companions, martyrs of courageous faith, pray for us.
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