Why Would Jesus Call Us “Unprofitable Servants”? - Fr. Anthony Gramlich, MIC
Why Would Jesus Call Us “Unprofitable Servants”? - Fr. Anthony Gramlich, MIC
In this homily, Fr. Anthony Gramlich, MIC, reflects on the challenging Gospel passage of Luke 17:7–10, in which Jesus teaches His disciples about the role of a servant. At first, the passage seems harsh, portraying a master who expects his servant to work tirelessly without recognition or reward. However, Fr. Anthony reveals a deeper meaning by pointing to Jesus Himself, who turns the relationship between master and servant upside down. At the Last Supper, Jesus humbles Himself to wash the feet of His apostles, and through His sacrifice on the Cross, He becomes the ultimate example of selfless service. Christ shows us that true greatness is not found in authority or power, but in humbly serving others.
Fr. Anthony challenges us to examine the motivation behind our own service to God and neighbor. While fulfilling our duties and obeying God's commandments are important, Jesus calls us to something greater: serving out of love rather than obligation. Through the examples of priests, deacons, evangelists, and the martyrs of the Church, Fr. Anthony illustrates how genuine discipleship requires a willingness to give ourselves completely for others. Just as Christ gave His life out of love for humanity, we too are called to go beyond simply doing what is required and embrace a life of humility, generosity, and sacrificial love. His central message is simple yet profound: Be a servant of the Lord and a servant of others, not merely out of duty, but out of love.
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Fr. Anthony challenges us to examine the motivation behind our own service to God and neighbor. While fulfilling our duties and obeying God's commandments are important, Jesus calls us to something greater: serving out of love rather than obligation. Through the examples of priests, deacons, evangelists, and the martyrs of the Church, Fr. Anthony illustrates how genuine discipleship requires a willingness to give ourselves completely for others. Just as Christ gave His life out of love for humanity, we too are called to go beyond simply doing what is required and embrace a life of humility, generosity, and sacrificial love. His central message is simple yet profound: Be a servant of the Lord and a servant of others, not merely out of duty, but out of love.
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