Posted by The WORD in other words (2009) by Fr Eugene Docoy, SVD – South Korea
Saturday 7th Week of Easter
In a book written by Fr. Bel San Luis, SVD, the story is told about a philosophy teacher who expounds about a glass of water: “This is a glass of water. But is it a glass of water? And if it is a glass of water, why is it a glass of water?” He keeps on philosophizing that he eventually faints of thirst!
Oftentimes we find ourselves having so much concern with life. We have so many worries, ambitions, and we spend so much time worrying the less essential in life. We forget that there is only one important thing in life and that is to follow the path of the Lord.
In the gospel for today, Christ says “What concern is it of yours ? You follow me.” And as the song goes: “Seek first the kingdom of God and all the rest will fall in line.”
When I first arrived in Korea for my mission assignment 19 years ago I was so worried what would I do in a country awashed with material wealth and with a very dynamic Church with numerous priests and nuns to take care of the faithful. I kept on worrying that I might contribute nothing to the Church in Korea.
Faced with the daunting task of learning a different language and adapt to an entirely new cultural environment, I thought I would not last more than three years in the country. Then I got reminded: why do I have to worry about all these things when my purpose in coming to Korea is to follow the will of God. In God’s grace I lasted 19 long years in the mission land.
The purpose of our existence is to follow the will of God and to praise His name. Nothing else is more important. Everything else will find its way if we focus ourselves on Him. He is the way, the truth, and the life. Whoever believes in Him will not die but will have eternal life.
