Daniel 9:4-10
Psalm 78(79):8-9,11,13
Luke 6:36-38
YOURS IS iNTEGRITY, LORD. OURS IS SHAME .
During Lent, we focus on prayer, fasting, and good works. The first week’s readings highlighted prayer, and this second week emphasizes good works—being compassionate, forgiving, and generous. The Book of Daniel tells us, “But yours, our God, are compassion and forgiveness!” written 300 years after the stories, offers hope through Daniel’s faith during Israel’s suffering.
Daniel’s actions prove that God and His people are united. Our failures humbly remind us of God’s compassion and forgiveness. We can see ourselves in the actions of the wayward Israelites, and searching our hearts is essential. We must guard against being hardened by sin and drifting from our first love. As this week begins, remember God’s generosity and strive to imitate Him through good works. Amen.
Fr Joseph Osho