Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time
Luke 6: 27-38
Your Life: A Melody of Grace

Jesus gave us the greatest law: to love God and each other as family. He expands this through the Beatitudes, summarising Christian life. In today’s Gospel, He further explains how to live this love practically, commanding us to love, do good, bless, pray, offer, and give. These are active calls to generosity and mercy. The true Christian challenge is to love without expecting anything in return—to give, forgive, and serve even when it seems unreasonable

At the heart of Jesus’ message is mercy: “Be merciful, as your Father is merciful.” Our faith requires us to imitate Jesus, who sacrificed Himself for His enemies. The Gospel teaches us to forgive rather than judge, reminding us that without forgiveness, we cannot expect God’s grace. Following Christ is not just knowing about Jesus; it is living His love.

Life is like a piano keyboard with both white and black keys. The white keys represent the beautiful moments—joy, love, and peace. They are plentiful and stand out. The black keys, smaller and fewer, symbolise hardships—loss, pain, and struggles. If you only play the white keys, the melody will be pleasant but lacking depth. However, when both the white and black keys are played together, a rich and powerful harmony emerges.

Life is a blend of joy and sorrow, blessings and challenges. Instead of resisting difficulties, we are called to embrace them, recognising that even our struggles have a purpose. They teach us what is truly valuable, shaping our hearts and refining our spirits. The trials we endure help us grow in faith, patience, and trust in God’s providence.

God is the Master Composer of our lives. He takes both the high and low notes of our experiences and weaves them into a masterpiece of grace. What are the white keys in your life? What are the black keys? Today, let God take control of the music, trusting that He is composing something beautiful.

© Claretian Publications, Hong Kong, China
Cum Approbatione Ecclesiastica 2025