When a scholar of the law asked Jesus what the greatest commandment in the Law, Jesus calmly answered, love of God, love of neighbor. (cf. Mt 22: 34-40). Simple to say, not easy to live, but there it is, plain and direct. It is certainly the fuel and motivation for a lifetime, We can SAY we love God above all people and things, but our actions more often than not belie our sincerity, for we put self ahead of God, and certainly when it comes to love of neighbor, our actions show that we love some more than others, and even ignore or disparage some people. There is plenty of room for improvement in the observance of the Great Commandment. It is good to reflect on it often and to ask God for the grace to live it.
Bro. Rene
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