The readings for this Eleventh Sunday after Trinity are filled with valuable practical advice. The selections from Ecclesiasticus 10:7-18, Psalm 112, Hebrews 13:1-17, and Luke 14:1,7-14 emphasize the importance of good conduct. Of all the readings, however, the Gospel from Luke 14 is distinctive because its intent is more spiritual than moral. Through His parable of guests invited to a feast, our Lord emphasizes the importance of humility. And although the example is from a social context, the main point is not moral but theological and spiritual.
In Luke 14:7-14, the parable of the feast is about the kingdom of God. It emphasizes reverence and humility before God. We must never presume too much for ourselves. We are lowly guests who depend upon the graciousness of our divine host, and there may be many other guests who will receive as much or more honor than we do. We should always come into God's presence accepting our lowliness. And if God should choose to invite us higher, then we should be grateful. Such an attitude should be at the heart of Christian worship and Christian living!
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