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Contemplation (verse 17)
May the role of love be the factor that feeds the sheep of God. ..those who aim at watching over the Lord’s sheep as though they were not the Lord’s, but rather owned by them, will be condemned since they love themselves and not the Lord. Such shepherds desire to boast, to possess power, or to make money. Seeking to be obedient, to serve and to please God…what do these indicate other than that you love Me and therefore neglect to feed yourself while you feed My sheep because they are Mine and not yours? Seek My authority and not yours, seek My profit and not yours. In doing so, you will avoid following the path of those who belong to the dangerous times – who love themselves and all the consequences that come along with the onset of these evil ways
+ St Augustine
Personal Reflection
Do we love Christ’s sheep honestly and earnestly? Do we love them because they are Christ’s children or for our own benefit?
Bible Knowledge Question
What did Jesus mean when he asked Peter the first time, “Simon.. Do you love me more than these?”
Prayer
Dear Lord, fill our hearts with Your love that we may love everyone around us with the same love. In this we share You with everyone, through love