Myself, My Needs, My Plan
Three Sundays ago, Jesus gave us the example of the Good Samaritan, who went out of his way to take care of a stranger in need.
The following Sunday we learned the example of Martha, who welcome Jesus into her home. Jesus told her not to be anxious and worried about many things.
Last Sunday, Jesus taught us to pray that first “hallowed by God’s name” and “God’s kingdom come,” then to pray for our daily bread.
Today, Jesus gives us an example of the opposite of what he taught us the previous three Sundays. In this parable, the main character’s only concern is about himself [1]. That is why he fails to be grateful to God. Furthermore, he erroneously thinks that his life and his future are in his control. Unsurprisingly, unlike Martha or the Good Samaritan, he fails to concern for others and their needs.
Jesus again teaches to put God first, then others ahead of ourselves.
[1] Pablo Gadenz, The Gospel of Luke, Baker Publishing, Grand Rapids, MI, 2018, p. 239.
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