From today’s Scripture: “‘Whoever receives this child in my name receives me, and whoever receives me receives the one who sent me. For the one who is least among all of you is the one who is the greatest.’” — Luke 9:48

How different God’s measure is. We often think that someone is great because they know more, do more, lead more, or receive greater recognition. The disciples were also arguing about who was the most important, but Jesus places a child among them and teaches them to see things differently. The greatness of the Kingdom is not found in occupying the center, but in knowing how to place oneself at the service of others. Often, mission happens through simple gestures: listening without rushing, accompanying someone through sadness, supporting someone who is tired, recognizing another person’s dignity, or remaining close when we do not have the answers. Accompanying others also means accepting that I will not always be the one who solves the problem. Sometimes my task will simply be to remain present, to create a safe space, and to help the other person discover that God is already at work in their story. I do not need to be important to be an instrument of God. I need to make myself small so that He can make Himself present.

Today I ask myself: Am I serving so that God may be known, or do I need others to recognize what I do?

Let us pray: Lord, free me from seeking the spotlight. Teach me to serve with simplicity, to listen attentively, and to recognize your presence in the little ones and in those who go unnoticed. May my life not seek to occupy the center, but rather to make room for you. Amen.

Today’s author is Daisy Torres, who partners with Glenmary in evangelization and Hispanic outreach in Eastern North Carolina.

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