Wednesday of Week 32 in Ordinary Time
Tit 3:1-7
Lk 17:11-19
But when the kindness and love of God our Saviour for mankind were revealed, it was not because he was concerned with any righteous actions we might have done ourselves; it was for no reason except his own compassion that he saved us, by means of the cleansing water of rebirth and by renewing us with the Holy Spirit which he has so generously poured over us through Jesus Christ our saviour.
In today’s first reading, Titus reminds us of the importance of our witness to the world around us. As Christians, we are called to show kindness and respect not only those who deserve it or treat us well, but also to those who may not. Jesus taught that if we only love those who love us, we are no different from the rest of the world.
What a timely reminder for me today.
A week ago, I quietly celebrated a significant milestone in my academic journey with a small group of cherished family and loved ones. I am genuinely proud of how far I have come, though it is not in my nature to make a big announcement. This brings me one step closer to becoming a counsellor, and over the past year of practicing, I have come to realize that this is not just a profession—it’s truly a calling — a sentiment my course mate echoed today. I believe it is not a path for everyone, but I feel deeply blessed to be walking it. Life is full of surprises, and we never truly know what God has in store for us, or how He will guide us along the way.
As I reflected on my recent milestone, I received an unexpected message from someone I hadn’t spoken to in nearly six years. We had a significant falling out back then, and the hurt was so deep that I cut all ties. This person reached out to congratulate me on my achievement, and while I was surprised by the message, I was even more surprised by my own reaction.
If this had happened a few years ago, it would have triggered a flood of anger, sadness, grief, and disappointment, like a wave of emotional poisoning that once consumed my heart. But today, I paused, took a breath, and simply replied, “Thank you 🙏.”
After all these years, I realised I had finally let go of the hurt and pain. The sting of betrayal no longer pierced me. I have moved on, and I no longer harbour resentment. I have released the burden of guilt that comes from not forgiving a brother or sister seventy-seven times. It feels freeing to be in a place of peace, no longer weighed down by past wounds.
More significantly, I know that I did not reach this place of peace on my own. As today’s first reading reminds me, it was not by any action of mine, but by the kind and generous love of God that I’ve been saved from a lifetime of unforgiveness.
You spread the table before me in the sight of my foes; You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows.
It is His grace that has freed my heart, allowing me to release the hurt and let go of the past. My heart is now set free, filled with gratitude for His healing love.
(Today’s OXYGEN by Geraldine Nah)
Prayer: Abba Father, continue to guide me in obedience to Your calling. Teach me to trust that whatever You ask of me, You will also provide the means for me to fulfill Your will. Strengthen my faith as I walk the path You’ve set before me.
Thanksgiving: Lord, I thank You for Your kindness and for the abundant outpouring of love You so generously give. Thank You for healing my heart. Though I am unworthy, You have loved me and cared for me deeply. I am forever grateful. Thank You, Lord.
OXYGEN 
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