Have you ever wondered what makes Padre Pio special?
Fr. Nelson Lobo OFM Cap
Today the catholic church
remembers a man of God who healed others without conducting healing retreats;
who became world famous without having a Facebook/Instagram profile; who never
missed mass inspite of his severe illness; never gave into temptations inspite
of fierce attacks from the devil; never became discouraged inspite of physical
pain due to stigmata and emotional trauma due to "house arrest" by
the Vatican. The world today needs a man of God like him to renounce the world and
embrace Jesus.
We also learn from this
great saint that innocent people being troubled and harassed by others is
nothing new. All spiritual people go through it. The sinners trouble the
innocent to hide their sins says the book of Wisdom (2:12-20). If you are too
ambitious you will succumb to jealousy which will lead to discord in your
family and in your work place warns James (3:16-4:3). Society programmes us to
aim for No.1 position but the toppers place is limited. We begin to behave just
like crabs reminds Mark (9:30-37).
As we celebrate the feast
of Padre Pio let's continue to be innocent ignoring the evil-minded people we
encounter. We continue with our spiritual ‘ambition’ of loving God and Him
only. Our hearts’ desire like Padre Pio is to be No.1 in Jesus' heart.
Wishing you and your
family a very happy feast of Padre Pio.
You are absolutely correct Fr Nelson, only innocent people being troubled and harassed by others. Devil's will suffer by God's punishment. Jesus and St padre pio is always with good people. God bless you Fr, with good health and long life.
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