The test of a person's character and integrity is what will the person do when no one is looking or watching.
When we know that others are looking or watching, we will be acting in a particular way that is expected, and we may also be expecting something out of what we are doing.
But when no one is looking or watching, will there be a difference in our actions?
In the 1st reading, as the story of Tobit and his family comes to a happy ending, the archangel Raphael revealed to them who he is.
It was he who brought the prayers of Tobias and Sarah to God and God gave them His protection.
When Tobit went out of his way to bury the dead, what he did was seen, not just by others, but also by God.
And God heard the prayers of Tobit and Sarah and granted them healing and blessings.
So, let us remember that when we pray and fast, when we offer alms and other works of charity, God sees and He knows the true intentions of our hearts.
May we do all for the glory of God, and only for the glory of God, and we will receive His blessings in return.