Sermon in a Bottle

26th Sunday in Ordinary Time - A.  "Looking out not for his own interest."

Appearances are so important.  Saying the right thing and looking good impress others more than doing the right thing.  We also tend to exaggerate our own goodness.  The kingdom of God could care less about appearances.  From the solemn blessing at the end of the wedding Mass:  "May you [newly married couple] always bear witness to the love of God in this world so that the afflicted and need will find in you generous friends and welcome you into the joys of heaven."