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Gospel Commentary for August 20, 2025
Dear friends,
In life, there is a time for justice, and a time for generosity. A time for what is fair, and a time to go beyond what is expected.
In its history, the people of Israel came to know God as just — a God who made a covenant with His people and offered blessings in return for living according to the commandments. Along the way, they also began to see God’s generosity — a God who stayed faithful even when His people did not keep their part of the covenant.
But it is in Jesus that the generosity of the Father overflows. Jesus is the Son who was given to us — not because we earned it, but out of pure love — to help us find our way again. He gave His life even for sinners. He walked through Galilee, sharing His words and presence, and He gave Himself completely in Jerusalem. As Scripture says:
“God wants everyone to be saved and to come to know the truth” (1 Timothy 2:4).
Today’s Gospel tells a story that reminds us of the parable of the prodigal son.
The “older sons” are those who work all day, doing everything right.
The “younger sons” are those who arrive at the last moment, and yet receive the same reward from the Father — which causes some to complain.
But the Father gives everyone what they need, not based on merit, but because He is free, He is good, and He is generous.
Lord, thank You for giving me everything, even when I arrive late.
The truth is, arriving late only meant I wasted time.
Teach me Your freedom and Your goodness,
so I can live generously,
going beyond what’s expected.
Your brother in faith,