· 3 John 5–8
Not every work of mercy has to be carried by us personally. The brief letter praises people who welcome and support those serving far from home. Notice a good effort you cannot lead but can strengthen. Share reliable information, provide a meal, give within your means or offer practical encouragement. Partnership is not a lesser form of service. It allows different gifts to meet a need together without one person pretending to do everything.
A question to sit with
Whose good work could I strengthen instead of trying to take over?
One small step
Offer one useful form of support to a person or group doing work you trust.
Pray
Generous God, show me how to support faithful work with humility, wisdom and an open hand. Amen.
Original reflection and prayer. The Scripture reference is chosen for personal reflection and is not necessarily the day’s Mass reading.