In the Gospel today, we hear Jesus remind us: “Make good to the Lord, all that you vow.” This is a good reminder to all of us that we are called to fulfill the promises we make to the Lord. Many times in life, we attempt to bargain with the Lord. We say: “If You do this Lord . . . then I’ll do this . . .” Yet, how often the Lord holds up his end of the bargain and we somehow fall short on our end. If you promise to do something for the Lord or others, then just do it. Unfulfilled promises and broken vows are no way to demonstrate our love for the Lord or others. As Lent approaches next week with Ash Wednesday, think about what you intend to offer as your Lenten sacrifice. More importantly resolve now to fulfill that and all promises made to the Lord.
