19/07/2022
At nangyari nang mga araw na yaon, na lumabas ang isang utos mula kay Cesar Augusto, na ang buong sanglibutan ay dapat isulat. Ngayon, nang siya'y tumigil sa pagsasalita, ay sinabi niya kay Simon, Lumusong ka sa kalaliman, at ihulog ang iyong mga lambat. At pagsagot ni Simon ay sinabi sa kaniya, G**o, buong magdamag kaming nagpagal, at wala kaming nakuha: gayon ma'y sa iyong salita ay ihuhulog ko ang lambat.
From Luke 2:1; Luke 5:4-5
Inspiration
The contrast or tension between our worldly masters and our ultimate devotion to the Lord. These two things may not always be in conflict, so our obedience to both can be considered harmonious, even beneficial. But perhaps more often times than not, there is a disconnect between the two, just as in Christs' own time. The law of man is important in helping us maintain social order, modeled imperfectly as it is on God's moral order. But it is not and never will be the Law; for God does not respect our borders and our small islands of land with their governments. God respects what dwells within the hearts of men, wherever they may be, delighting in a community that gives thanks to him.
Prayer
Father of all men, share with us your wisdom and love around the world. Bring your disciples together, following in the footsteps of Christ and unifying our hearts in a choir of praise. Let us not forget that our allegiance lies with your Law, Lord, beyond the vagaries of men, and let us not forget Lord, your prophets and Son, giving thanks to them, Amen.