“If anyone wishes to be first, he shall be the last of all and the servant of all.” (Mark 9:35).  

The major theme for this 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time invites us to become great in the sight of God by becoming small and humble like a child in the sight of the world, doing good deeds, fulfilling God’s will as Jesus did, surrendering our lives to God in loving service of others.

Greatness means a person, when compared to others of a similar type, has a clear advantage or superiority over others.

True greatness is measured in quality, not quantity. While some people measure greatness in height and weight, truly great people stop to talk to a child or bend their knees to help a hurting friend.

While some others measure greatness in physical strength, truly great ones shoulder the burden of the downtrodden stranger.

While some people measure greatness in terms of financial gain, truly great people show generosity to all.

While some people measure greatness in applause and accolades, those truly great seek opportunity to serve in the quiet places of the world.

While some people measure greatness in commitment to achieving in material ways, truly great people spur others on to reach their goals.

God does not want us holding a relationship of Transaction but Transformation. Therefore, Dynamic Christian disciples are those who (1) BELIEVE, (2) GROW, (3) SERVE, (4) LOVE and (5) LEAD others to Jesus.

Today’s topic invites us to become great in the eyes of God by being authentic dynamic Christian disciples of Jesus.

How can we help each other to become truly great through loving, humble, self-giving services, putting ourselves last and being the servant of all like Jesus did?

Wishing everyone a blessed week in the Lord.