Food in due season

The psalmist in the texts from the Roman Catholic Lectionary for today praises God “you give them their food in due season”. (Psalms 145:15). The prophet Isaiah questions the faithful who appear to be unaware of the invitation of the Divine “to Abundant Life”. Paul addresses the Romans and proclaims that our relationship with Christ makes us conquerors of all “hardship, distress, or persecution”. We are invited to be people in relationship with the Divine steadfast love and providence. This time of year we have the opportunity to witness in nature the ongoing cycle of life, growth and awesome beauty which surround us. The actions of many people we meet reflect lives taking advantage of the promise of abundant life as they join family and friends in reunions. We see many come to assist with the spiritual, emotional and material needs of their fellow people. What are we required to do? Matthew’s Gospel tells of those who took their lives with the troubles and illness to listen to Jesus and to be recipients of His compassion and healing. Trusting in Providence restores those who are awake to their intimate relationship with God to life and security.