Everything begins with fidelity… being faithful to the Father, being faithful to Jesus, keeping our baptismal promises, keeping the commandments. And if we put in all the hard work, what do we get in return? We get good things, certainly - God’s love, Jesus’ presence, and the Holy Spirit which give us faith, hope, life, courage, love, happiness, and joy. But we aren’t promised only good things! Jesus also told us we must carry our crosses in this life, which means we will also endure hardship, suffering, sadness, illness, and loss. Peter reminds us that it is better to suffer for doing what is right than for doing wrong. Here’s to making the right choices!

This week's readings:
Gospel – John 14: 15-21
1st Reading – Acts 8: 5-8, 14-17
Psalm 66
2nd Reading – 1 Peter 3: 15-18