The Works of God

“What can we do to accomplish the works of God?”

In today’s Gospel the disciples ask Jesus “What can we do to accomplish the works of God?” Jesus tells them to Believe… believe in Him. But what else can we do once we believe? What can we do to carry on with Christ’s Mission and accomplish the works of God? In these “lazy” days of summer we take time out for fun and rest from our daily lives. Now would be a very good time to sit in your backyard or by the hotel pool, or by the seashore and give over to God some of your time. Begin by asking “What can I do for you?”

I asked God this question not too long ago and for a while, as I sat by the seashore, we conversed. Here are some of the things we came up with:

·         Smile and greet one another as friends

·         Forgive one another

·         Greet each day with joy as the first day of your life

·         Help someone each day

·         Give thanks for flowers, trees, the sky, etc.

·         Give thanks for puppies, and all our pets.

·         Call or visit someone who is ill

·         Do a random act of kindness

·         Pray with others (especially at Mass)

·         Pray for others

·         Call Mom and Dad or your kids

·         Hug Someone

In short spread the care, joy, and love Jesus showed us in His earthly ministry and in His love He shows us everyday in our hearts.

God Bless, Holly Clark