Gospel Lk 21:1-4
When Jesus looked up he saw some wealthy people
putting their offerings into the treasury
and he noticed a poor widow putting in two small coins.
He said, "I tell you truly,
this poor widow put in more than all the rest;
for those others have all made offerings from their surplus wealth,
but she, from her poverty, has offered her whole livelihood."
I often hear this story used to illustrate the virtues of giving what you can in charity—like the widow, giving fully and completely as you're able. But tonight, having neglected my prayer and reflection habit for over a week, the message took on a somewhat different meaning.
Through this blog, I've had the opportunity to share a bit of my spiritual journey with others who are walking a similar road. I've gained strength from their companionship, and I hope I've offered some as well. So it's been a gift to me and, I'm told, to others.
Lately, I've been pretty stingy with this gift—for many reasons, I'm sure. One sure explanation is that at the end of the day, when it's time to put distractions aside and spend time reading, reflecting and writing, I don't feel I have a lot to give.
But the story of the poor widow reminds me that I always have something to give. Even when it feels like a hardship (like, when I know I should have gone to sleep an hour ago), I can remind myself that my reward will come, as it always does. It may not be immediate, but it will come.
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