The first documented murder was between brothers. They were the sons of Adam and Eve, the first Human beings on earth. They were Cain and Abel. This tale of 2 siblings has been passed on through generations and known by all members of the Christendom. Cain killed his brother because of jealousy. When God asked for the finest of their crops, Abel took the best among his herd. On the other hand, Cain only took some of his harvest. God then favoured Abel.
What is then the significance of this story in our lives? Often we are like Cain. We do things because we are asked to. We go to church just because we are obliged. We give alms to the poor because we are ought to do so. We praise God because we ask for expect something in return.
We look at things in a very shallow manner. We fail to reflect and use our hearts.
We are called to praise Him, love Him with all our hearts and our mind. With this, we are expected to give our best in everything that we do for Him. Our lives will become more meaningful if we know the purpose of each thing we do for Him.
What is then the significance of this story in our lives? Often we are like Cain. We do things because we are asked to. We go to church just because we are obliged. We give alms to the poor because we are ought to do so. We praise God because we ask for expect something in return.
We look at things in a very shallow manner. We fail to reflect and use our hearts.
We are called to praise Him, love Him with all our hearts and our mind. With this, we are expected to give our best in everything that we do for Him. Our lives will become more meaningful if we know the purpose of each thing we do for Him.
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