Mark 4:21-25
It takes deliberate action to light a lamp and set it on a lamp stand to give light and direction to all who see it. Only with due diligence by trimming the wick and re-filling the reservoir will the light of an oil lamp continue to shine brightly. Jesus uses this image of an oil lamp to teach his disciples –and you and me –how to truly be his followers. Each day, particularly in the darkness of doubt or despair, it is important to diligently refuel my faith life through prayer and connection with God. In addition I need to deliberately place God’s mercy as it rests in my being at the top of my agenda, to be a light for the journey of humanity to God. Today will I be deliberate and diligent in following Christ in order to light up God’s path of life for all to see? Christ Jesus, help me to deliberately and diligently follow you. Incline my heart according to your will, O God. Speed my steps along your path. (Psalm 119:36 ) Well and good if all things change, O Lord God, provided I am rooted in You. St. John of the Cross www.gospelmysteryoftheday.weebly.com Soli ad gloriam dei
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AuthorBeverly Illauq lives in Kemptville, Ontario, where she greets each morning by seeking the Gospel Mystery of the Day - the Word of the Lord for direct and practical application to the specific challenges & joys of the day. ArchivesCategories |