17/08/2026
Daily Gospel Reflection | August 17,2026
(Matthew 19:16-21)
Brothers and sisters in Christ, do you want to become righteous in the eyes of the Lord? Today’s Gospel speaks about the commandments of God and how we are called to follow them in order to gain eternal life. But following God is not only about obeying His commandments, it also means turning away all our things that distance us from Him. Like the man in the Gospel who asked Jesus what he must do to gain eternal life, we are also called to examine our lives and ask ourselves if we are truly following God.
Brothers and sisters, following the Lord is not always easy. There will be struggles, sacrifices, and things that we need to let go of. Sometimes, we may have to give up things that we love or are comfortable with because they are keeping us away from God. Our journey toward eternal life requires faith, sacrifice, and perseverance. The things we let go of are not taken away because God wants to deprive us of happiness, but because He wants to lead us toward something greater, the eternal life with Him.
Therefore, brothers and sisters, do not be afraid to let go of the things that distance you from the Lord. Even when the journey becomes difficult, do not lose hope. Remember that you are never alone in following God. His grace is always with us, and He continues to guide us toward the right path. So, keep going, keep trusting, and keep following Him. Sometimes, the very thing that is difficult for us to let go of may be the very thing that brings us closer to God.
