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ALIVE | 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time – The Marshmallow Test and Eternal Joy
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In this week’s ALIVE reflection, Fr. Jonathan Meyer connects the famous Stanford Marshmallow Test with the Gospel parable of the rich man and Lazarus.
Our culture often chases instant gratification — comfort, pleasure, and quick fixes. But Jesus reminds us that true fulfillment comes through patience, sacrifice, and the hope of eternal life.
🙏 How are you practicing delayed gratification in your faith and daily choices?
✨ Are you able to wait, to resist the “quick wins,” and to trust that God’s greater joy is worth it?
Take a moment to reflect and pray with this week’s Gospel, and let the Lord guide you to the lasting joy of heaven.
Be a saint. Live ALIVE.
Gospel Discussion Questions:
26th Sunday in Ordinary Time ~ Luke 16:19-31
What is the basic story or content?
What is the good news in this passage?
What is the significance of dressing in purple?
What does the bosom of Abraham symbolize?
Where is the rich man?
What does this Gospel say about people who suffer, have sickness, or struggle?
Can someone get out of Hell?
Why do people not listen?
Who have you listened to – who has helped you to live the faith?
Who do you know that does care for those who struggle and live on the fringes?
101 episodes
Manage episode 508024048 series 2584475
In this week’s ALIVE reflection, Fr. Jonathan Meyer connects the famous Stanford Marshmallow Test with the Gospel parable of the rich man and Lazarus.
Our culture often chases instant gratification — comfort, pleasure, and quick fixes. But Jesus reminds us that true fulfillment comes through patience, sacrifice, and the hope of eternal life.
🙏 How are you practicing delayed gratification in your faith and daily choices?
✨ Are you able to wait, to resist the “quick wins,” and to trust that God’s greater joy is worth it?
Take a moment to reflect and pray with this week’s Gospel, and let the Lord guide you to the lasting joy of heaven.
Be a saint. Live ALIVE.
Gospel Discussion Questions:
26th Sunday in Ordinary Time ~ Luke 16:19-31
What is the basic story or content?
What is the good news in this passage?
What is the significance of dressing in purple?
What does the bosom of Abraham symbolize?
Where is the rich man?
What does this Gospel say about people who suffer, have sickness, or struggle?
Can someone get out of Hell?
Why do people not listen?
Who have you listened to – who has helped you to live the faith?
Who do you know that does care for those who struggle and live on the fringes?
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