September 25

St. Cosmas and St. Damian

Jesus said to his disciples "What is your opinion? A man had two sons. He came to the first and said, 'Son, go out and work in the vineyard today.' He said in reply, 'I will not,' but afterwards he changed his mind and went. The man came to the other son and gave the same order. He said in reply, 'Yes, sir,' but did not go. Which of the two did his father's will?" They answered, "The first." Jesus said to them, "Amen, I say to you, tax collectors and prostitutes are entering the kingdom of God before you. When John came to you in the way of righteousness, you did not believe him; but tax collectors and prostitutes did. Yet even when you saw that, you did not later change your minds and believe him (Matthew 21: 28-32).

We probably have had this experience with our own parents. They ask us to do something and … God wants us to serve one another with virtue and strength. Not just talk about it. 

Heavenly Father, I want to love and serve my parents the way Jesus loved and served You.

Impact Sports: Can I name one positive thing about each of my teammates?

Impact Life: Is always speaking well of others one of my goals?