Jesus Speaks of God

Behind Jesus words the echo of passion is heard. They stand out like a peak in a mountain range to declare, God is All.  God alone is the Lord of the universe and author of the Kingdom. He goes out to look for workers in the vineyard. There is no need to inquire about the salary, because even the last worker is paid the same as the first. There is no payment, everything is gift (Mt 20:1- 20). He organizes weddings, and He Himself goes to the streets and marketplaces to look for guests (Mt 22:1-14). Yes, He Himself sends the invitations (Lk 15:3-7).

Some people would like to play certain cards, for example, knowing and controlling the moment and time of the end. It is useless. Not even the Son of Man knows. God alone knows the exact hour (Mk 13:32; Mt 24:36, 25:13). God is All.

Ridiculous vanities? Who will occupy the first place? Are you able to pass the test? Even if you are able, I know that not even I, the Son, can give it to you. God alone gives it. He appoints each one their place. Everything is grace. No one deserves anything. Here everything is received.

Only those who make themselves “little” can receive the Kingdom, life, food, dress, education, love. The Kingdom is a gift, a present (Lk 12:32). Jesus “knew” God in His long encounters with Him and there “discovered” All-is-Grace.

Extracted from the book “Sensing Your Hidden Presence” by Father Ignacio Larrañaga