We all know things that would be good for us: exercise, prayer, patience, letting go of a bad habit. But knowing and doing are two very different things. In today's A Word of Hope, a November run leads into Jesus' Parable of the Ten Virgins (Matthew 25:1–13). All ten knew they needed oil for their torches, but only five actually brought it.
In this reflection:
🏃 Why it's so hard to put what we know into practice
🔥 The wise and foolish virgins: knowing what to do vs. being ready
🙏 Daily examples: breaking an addiction, growing in patience
✨ How grace helps us move from knowing what is good to living it
📖 TODAY'S GOSPEL
Matthew 25:1–13: The Parable of the Ten Virgins (32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year A)
⏱️ CHAPTERS
00:00 I'm a Runner: Knowing vs. Doing
00:39 The Parable of the Ten Virgins
01:41 When We Know a Good Thing but Don't Live It
02:18 Breaking Habits and Practicing Patience
02:44 With Grace, Ready to Follow the Lord
💬 REFLECTION QUESTION
What's one good thing you already know you should do and are ready to start practicing this week?
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