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Gospel Lectio Divina for the Twenty-seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time - October 8, 2023
When we listen closely to God’s word, we find deeper meaning. When we ignore God’s word, our life becomes a series of scattered instances where we chase lesser things. Our base desires for money, pleasure, and approval take over. When we listen to God’s word though, he shows us a higher purpose. He shows us how we are part of a great story that will determine the outcome of everything he created. Will we listen to him or betray him, seeking smaller ambitions? The tenants in the vineyard may not have been so malicious at first. They may have just started out seeking more money instead of God. But when we lose sight of God, we lose sight of virtue. Then there is no limit to the means we will use to obtain what we think we need.
Kilby is a freelance writing from New Jersey and managing editor of Catholic World Report.