27/01/2025
“Freedom is God’s greatest gift to humanity,” said Fr. Prudencio Alviar, OMI, on the first day of the NDAI Personnel’s Retreat. This profound statement serves as a sacred reminder that our ability to choose is not merely a privilege but a profound responsibility. True freedom is not about indulging every desire; rather, it is about choosing what is right, just, and loving.
Freedom calls us to rise above hatred, to forgive even when it’s difficult, and to stand for truth, even when it is unpopular. Let us honor this divine gift by using it to bring light to others and living lives that reflect God’s love and purpose.
True freedom is found in the choices that contribute to a better world for everyone. As Galatians 5:13 reminds us: “You, my brothers and sisters, were called to be free. But do not use your freedom to indulge the flesh; rather, serve one another humbly in love.”
May we live in true freedom by serving others with love and humility, embodying the purpose for which we are called.
Words by Nathaniel Puda
PubMat by Reynaldo Elmido