It is one which gives our lives meaning with a great sense of destiny, one that liberates us from ourselves by being involved in a task that is bigger than ourselves , and one that brings dormant forces with us alive. In today's Gospel we see Jesus beginning his public ministry with a powerful sense of purpose, perhaps the highest purpose for humankind. There is no greater purpose for living that to be involved in these things. We are all called to be part of the same work to make his purpose our purpose We are called to preach the Good News and to proclaim liberation but that is not necessarily standing up in front of people giving a speech. To preach the Good News and to be invloved in liberation is to bring the good news of God's love in whatever way is necessary to people in need.
Bread is good news for the hungry.
Water is good news for the thirsty. Caring is good news to those who are not cared for. Sometimes we think that in this great purpose we have to be involved in some world wide cause and solve all the problems of the universe. Often it is the people closest to us who are in most need of our care and our love. Yes, my bedroom is a mess.