Homily for the 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year C(August 10, 2025)
Wisdom 18:6–9 | Psalm 33 | Hebrews 11:1–2, 8–19 | Luke 12:32–48
Are you ready?!
Beloved in Christ,
Today, Jesus calls us not to fear—but to prepare. He begins with the gentle words, “Do not be afraid, little flock, for your Father is pleased to give you the kingdom.” And then He immediately follows with a call to readiness. Why? Because love that is real always leads to responsibility.
Faith is not just about believing in God—it’s about living alert, expectant, ready. The faithful servant is the one who stays awake even when the master delays. The lamp stays lit. The heart stays open. The hands stay busy with mercy and service.
Jesus is asking us: What are you doing with the life, time, and grace I’ve given you? Are we living like people who know that heaven is real? Or are we distracted, passive, or spiritually asleep?
Brothers and sisters, the kingdom is coming—but the King already dwells among us. He meets us in the poor, the lonely, the sick, the neglected. The prepared heart is not the perfect one—but the faithful one. Let us keep our lamps burning—not with fear, but with joyful trust that every act of love prepares the way for His return.
Six ways of being ready:
Area | What It Looks Like Practically |
Spiritual Practices | Daily Bible reading, prayer, confession, repentance |
Vigilant Living | Reflect regularly, use gifts faithfully |
Missional Action | Serve others, share the Gospel, live compassionately |
Community | Join small groups, build accountability, mentor others |
Eternal Perspective | Prioritize the eternal, keep hope and expectancy high |
Resilience in Trials | Let suffering strengthen, not weaken, your walk with God |
3 takeaways from the readings of today:
1. Faith Means Living in Expectation, Not in Comfort
“Blessed are those servants whom the master finds vigilant on his arrival.” (Luke 12:37)
True faith isn’t passive—it’s alert and active. Like Abraham who set out not knowing where he was going (Hebrews 11), we are called to live as pilgrims, not settlers. We walk by trust, not by sight, always ready for the Lord’s unexpected arrival.
2. Fear Has No Place in the Heart Anchored in God
“Do not be afraid, little flock, for your Father is pleased to give you the kingdom.” (Luke 12:32)
God is not a harsh master but a generous Father. He doesn’t just tolerate us—He delights in us. This promise casts out fear and invites us to serve not out of anxiety, but out of love and confidence in His faithfulness.
3. Readiness Is Found in Responsibility
“Much will be required of the person entrusted with much.”(Luke 12:48)
The Gospel is clear: readiness isn’t just spiritual alertness—it’s faithful stewardship. What has God placed in your hands—your time, gifts, relationships, influence? Readiness for Christ’s return means being responsible with what you’ve already been given.
In summary: Live like Abraham. Love like a servant. Watch like a disciple. Keep your lamp lit—for the King is coming.
Stay awake. Stay faithful. Stay ready!
God bless you and have a splendid week.
Amen.
