Jesus shares two parables in the Gospel passage for today about great treasures.
Ultimately, our faith is truly a pearl of great price.
It is our way of entering into and growing in relationship with God Who loves us and has sought to bring us through the Paschal Mystery into His glory. It is with this faith that we have the eyes to see everything from God's perspective.
God is just, and though He punishes, He provides a way for us to mercy and life.
With the eyes of faith, we also recognize what is most worthwhile. It's telling that God granted King Solomon the opportunity to ask for whatever he wanted. And while he asked for wisdom, Solomon already possessed a great measure of it to recognize that was the greatest thing to ask for when presented with such an opportunity from God.
So let us seek the greatest treasures of all, be filled with love for His commands, and follow His ways, seeing from His perspective.
For everything we do to grow in our relationship with God is worthwhile.
I reflected on these readings 18 years ago while preparing for Confirmation, in which I sought to be ready for the sealing in the Spirit, including the gift of Wisdom that would help me live most worthwhile.
I also celebrate the great wisdom that my Great Aunt Carmen has gained over the years that has led her to share her life, love, and faith with so many. As she turns 90 on her birthday today, we have so much to celebrate.
Truly, our lives are worthwhile when lived from God's perspective so we live for what is of the highest value.
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