To love God is to Love Others

31st Sunday of Ordinary Time- November 3, 2024 First Proclamation: Deuteronomy 6:1-9 Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 119:2,3-4,5-6,7-8 Second Proclamation: Hebrews 9:11-14 Gospel Proclamation: Mark 12:28-34 Homily by +Bp. Romie- Jun Peñalosa

To Love God is to Love Others: A Homily Reflection by Bishop Romie-Jun Peñalosa

In this Sunday Mass homily at Saint Michael in Kalibo, Bishop Romie-Jun emphasized a profound truth: to love God is to love others. Since God embodies the highest good, we must shape our lives around this essential love. To love others, we must start by listening. When we truly listen, we open ourselves to blessings, as every commandment carries its own reward—leading us to long life, growth, and prosperity. Therefore, the key to receiving blessings lies in doing the right thing for the right reason. Remember, the right reason is love, and to love God is to love others. Furthermore, to love requires us to organize our lives for the benefit of others. True love encompasses our mind, will, heart, and spirit. It’s important to recognize that true love is a conscious decision. Everything we do should be rooted in our love for God. When we carry the love of Christ in our hearts and genuinely love God, we naturally extend that love to our fellowmen. Let us anchor our actions in God’s love and dedicate our lives to serving others. By embracing the belief that to love God is to love others, we create a positive impact in our communities. Check out our Sermon page for more homily recaps and video links to our homilies. God bless!

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