The mass readings, or propers - the collect, epistle and gospel readings - give us much to ponder. In the collect we ask God for the spirit to think and do "such things as are right" and therefore live according to God's will.
The epistle gives us a warning against overconfidence, and the gospel narrative is the always-powerful parable of the prodigal son - which shows the joy that is attached with our repentance and return to the holy ways of Almighty God.
For your preparation for Sunday, think on your possible "over confidences" and what they mean, personally, in reference to a full and final return to God's bliss-filled presence and love.
