Introduction to Lauds: Week 3, Thursday

Defect by Comparison

Through the scripture reading today (1 Peter 4:10-11), we are reminded of our responsibilities of our gifts or graces God has entrusted to us. But many times we have given comments or excuses saying; “I am just this…or…just that.” The word ‘just’ implies a limitation or defect by comparison. We basically put ourselves down.

God has created each of us as a wonderful human being with something special we are meant to share with our world. With all that graces we are called to be of service to others. All gifts have value in the eyes of God only if they have developed and share with love.

We pray that we may recognize and accept the beauty of who we are in God’s eyes and all His gifts to us.

As good stewards of God’s gifts, we pray…