The noun, rumination, means a deep considered thought about something.

Last Sunday my wife, Marilyn, and I watched the Superbowl game. Our daughter and a couple of close friends also joined us for the celebration. Marilyn had wonderful snacks and sandwiches for all of us to eat and enjoy. Our guests also brought various Hors d’oeuvres as well as other goodies. Needless to say, we ate very well.

In our household that evening, everyone was hoping that the Kansas City Chiefs would win (which they did). At the same time, we were sad for the San Francisco 49ers who played so very well and also deserved to win. 

It is a shame in such contests when both teams play so very well, that there must be losers and winners but that is what “sports” are all about.

That bit of sadness for the 49ers losing made me think of our loving God.

Isn’t it wonderful to know in our life journey to God, there do not have to be losers. We can all be winners.

Unlike a football game where a mishap here or error there can lead to a lost game. With God, who loves us knows so very much and understands that we have human weaknesses, we can always win. God knows that we are tempted by the devil and sin. He forgives our sinful mistakes through the Sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation. You see Jesus wants us all to be with Him for all eternity in heaven. 

We can all be winners in the game of life. All we need to do is turn to our loving Jesus. 

Thank you, dear God, for loving each of us so much. 



By Deacon Tom Gryzbek