To gain the whole world yet lose or forfeit himself

“For whoever wishes to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for my sake will save it. What profit is there for one to gain the whole world yet lose or forfeit himself?” (LK 9: 24-25)

Lent reminds us of our destination and our vocation. Our loving God wants us safe with Him in Heaven for all eternity. Our concern is so often focused only on this world—“to gain the whole world.” We are invited to refocus our lives if “we wish to save them.”

“Repent, says the Lord; the Kingdom of heaven is at hand.” (Gospel Acclamation)