WHAT DO YOU OWN AND WHAT OWNS YOU?

WORKOUT WEDNESDAY

A Midweek Spiritual Workout with 
Fr. Marino H. Msigala, OFM Capuchin

WHAT DO YOU OWN AND WHAT OWNS YOU?

Reflecting on the meaning of stewardship, Bishop Thomas Murphy, Archbishop of Seattle, asks a two-part question. “What do I own, and what owns me? An honest answer to this question makes us realize that we own nothing and that God owns us. We are His. We conclude that we own nothing. We control nothing. Both the ordinary and the most profound moments of our life belong to God.

Of course, most of us have worked long and hard for what we have. But we should not forget that if it weren’t for the health, intelligence, opportunities, work skills, and values that we have been given, we would not have been able to accomplish much. Even when we experience challenges we cannot humanly overcome, faith teaches us that it is not up to us. God has a plan for everything that happens to us. Only with God is everything possible.

Thanksgiving is a mindset. It is a way of life. Let’s cultivate an attitude of gratitude. Those who always want more, who are never satisfied with what they have, are never happy. Only when we acknowledge that we own nothing and that all is gift will we experience joy. Joy is the fruit of gratitude.

On this Spiritual Workout Wednesday, let’s take the time to express our thanks to family, friends, and coworkers, and especially let us say, “Thanks be to God.”

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