Daniel 2:31-45 / Luke 11:5-11
When a person is riding on the crest of the wave of success, it will be all roses and sunshine.
Moreover, in that bright light of confidence, nothing would seem impossible.
And one would think that this sweetness will last forever, or at least a lifetime.
But as much as the proverb urges us to make hay while the sun shines, we would be too comfortable with just lazing around and sun-tanning.
In the 1st reading, king Nebuchadnezzar had a vision, and Daniel interpreted that vision for him.
But will that interpretation leave him to be sober about his temporary glory and mortality?
Or would he think about Daniel’s interpretation of his vision, and do something good about his life?
In the gospel, Jesus tells us not to be deceived into complacency and indifference.
Things may be going smooth and we may be basking in the bright light of confidence and success.
But just as we turn to the Lord in bad times for help, let us turn to the Lord in good times with thanksgiving and supplication.
Let us ask the Lord to grant us wisdom and knowledge to interpret the times, so that we will live our lives giving glory to God, and inheriting glory for eternity.