Doing the will of God can be the scariest, riskiest choice that we make. Or so it seems at the moment of decision, but Jesus assures us in today's Gospel reading that it is the only way to find stability, the only way to gain sure footing, the only way to stand secure and firm in the storms that toss everything else around. 

 

He also makes it clear that what we think is the solid rock of our salvation is not always as Godly as it seems. Evil-doing can be done under the assumption that we're making right and good decisions. Jesus gives us the formula for knowing the difference between the will of God and what we think is Godly when it's not. It contains two parts: (1) listening to the teachings of Jesus, and (2) acting on them. It will be cheer foolery to only listen or read and not do. 

 

Lord, make me know your ways and Grant me the strength to do your will always. Amen. 

 

Good morning and do have a wonderful day. God loves you.