POINTING THE WAY
But
the wise shall shine brightly like the splendour of the firmament, and
those who lead the many to justice shall be like the stars forever. –
Daniel 12:3
In
the olden times, sailors looked to the stars to navigate their ships.
Even today, the North Star is used when one doesn’t have a compass. And
the three wise men were also guided by a star that led them to the baby
Jesus.
Stars
point the way. They don’t just shine for themselves. But when people
call you a “star” in show business, it usually means you shine for
yourself. You get the glory. You’re in the limelight. The word “star
complex” was actually born because of celebrities who were difficult to
deal with — demanding, snobbish, high and mighty.
I
know a different kind of star. His name is Bo Sanchez. No matter where
we go, people recognize him. He’s popular, visible and well loved. But
he doesn’t shine for himself. He’s one of the most humble persons I
know. He gives the glory back to God. And he always puts others ahead of
himself. Through his actions, he points to Jesus.
And more often than not, people who encounter Bo in a personal way will say, “I see the Lord in him.”
I want to be a star, too. That kind of star. George Tolentino Gabriel (george.svp@gmail.com)
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REFLECTION:
Do your actions point the way to Jesus?
Lord, may there be more of You and less of me.
St. Rose Philippine Duchesne, pray for us.
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