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How to make an important choice: Pope’s lesson

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Kathleen N. Hattrup - published on 11/15/21
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This might not give us the easiest choice or the most immediate, but it will be the right one.

Pope Francis reflected on the readings from Mass of November 14, saying that basing our lives on Scripture is not an escape from the reality of today, but just the opposite.

"The Word of God warns us today: This world will pass away. And only love will remain," he said.

Since the realities of this world will pass away, then the only way they become important is by being transformed in love.

The Holy Father explained:

Decision-making

This context gives us advice for important choices, the Pope observed.

The Pope said that looking at eternity is the way to make today's decisions, even if it's difficult.

May Our Lady help us to make the important choices in life as she did: according to love, according to God.

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