Dear Lord,
As we prepare to begin our third week of Lent, help us to grow closer to you
In our hearts and in our minds
Help guide us through the Holy Spirit to where you need us,
Rather than where we want to go
This season of Lent can be challenging to us, O Lord.
We must turn our eyes inward and inspect what gifts and vices fill us
We must admit to our faults and work to restore perfection you created in us
Help us to see that we are not alone
Grant us the ability to forgive others as you have forgiven us
Our world is overcrowded with people who hold grudges and hatred towards others
Help us to turn these people away from the wickedness of hatred and see the wonder of your loving light
We ask this through Christ, Our Lord. Amen.
Saturday, March 6, 2010
Friday, March 5, 2010
"When The Man Comes Around" - Johnny Cash
There's a man going around taking names
And he decides who to free and who to blame
Everybody won't be treated all the same
There'll be a golden ladder reaching down
When the Man comes around
The hairs on your arm will stand up
At the terror in each sip and in each sup
Will you partake of that last offered cup?
Or disappear into the potter's ground
When the Man comes around
Hear the trumpets, hear the pipers
One hundred million angels singing
Multitudes are marching to the big kettledrum
Voices calling, voices crying
Some are born and some are dying
It's Alpha and Omega's kingdom come
And the whirlwind is in the thorn tree
The virgins are all trimming their wicks
The whirlwind is in the thorn tree
It's hard for thee to kick against the pricks
Till Armageddon no shalam, no shalom
Then the father hen will call his chickens home
The wise man will bow down before the throne
And at His feet they'll cast their golden crowns
When the Man comes around
Whoever is unjust let him be unjust still
Whoever is righteous let him be righteous still
Whoever is filthy let him be filthy still
Listen to the words long written down
When the Man comes around
Hear the trumpets, hear the pipers
One hundred million angels singing
Multitudes are marching to the big kettledrum
Voices calling and voices crying
Some are born and some are dying
It's Alpha and Omega's kingdom come
And the whirlwind is in the thorn tree
The virgins are all trimming their wicks
The whirlwind is in the thorn tree
It's hard for thee to kick against the pricks
In measured hundred weight and penney pound
When the Man comes around.
And he decides who to free and who to blame
Everybody won't be treated all the same
There'll be a golden ladder reaching down
When the Man comes around
The hairs on your arm will stand up
At the terror in each sip and in each sup
Will you partake of that last offered cup?
Or disappear into the potter's ground
When the Man comes around
Hear the trumpets, hear the pipers
One hundred million angels singing
Multitudes are marching to the big kettledrum
Voices calling, voices crying
Some are born and some are dying
It's Alpha and Omega's kingdom come
And the whirlwind is in the thorn tree
The virgins are all trimming their wicks
The whirlwind is in the thorn tree
It's hard for thee to kick against the pricks
Till Armageddon no shalam, no shalom
Then the father hen will call his chickens home
The wise man will bow down before the throne
And at His feet they'll cast their golden crowns
When the Man comes around
Whoever is unjust let him be unjust still
Whoever is righteous let him be righteous still
Whoever is filthy let him be filthy still
Listen to the words long written down
When the Man comes around
Hear the trumpets, hear the pipers
One hundred million angels singing
Multitudes are marching to the big kettledrum
Voices calling and voices crying
Some are born and some are dying
It's Alpha and Omega's kingdom come
And the whirlwind is in the thorn tree
The virgins are all trimming their wicks
The whirlwind is in the thorn tree
It's hard for thee to kick against the pricks
In measured hundred weight and penney pound
When the Man comes around.
Thursday, March 4, 2010
Snooze, You Lose!
Jesus said to the Pharisees:
“There was a rich man who dressed in purple garments and fine linen
and dined sumptuously each day.
And lying at his door was a poor man named Lazarus, covered with sores,
who would gladly have eaten his fill of the scraps
that fell from the rich man’s table.
Dogs even used to come and lick his sores.
When the poor man died,
he was carried away by angels to the bosom of Abraham.
The rich man also died and was buried,
and from the netherworld, where he was in torment,
he raised his eyes and saw Abraham far off
and Lazarus at his side.
And he cried out, ‘Father Abraham, have pity on me.
Send Lazarus to dip the tip of his finger in water and cool my tongue,
for I am suffering torment in these flames.’
Abraham replied, ‘My child,
remember that you received what was good during your lifetime
while Lazarus likewise received what was bad;
but now he is comforted here, whereas you are tormented.
Moreover, between us and you a great chasm is established
to prevent anyone from crossing
who might wish to go from our side to yours
or from your side to ours.’
He said, ‘Then I beg you, father, send him
to my father’s house,
for I have five brothers, so that he may warn them,
lest they too come to this place of torment.’
But Abraham replied, ‘They have Moses and the prophets.
Let them listen to them.’
He said, ‘Oh no, father Abraham,
but if someone from the dead goes to them, they will repent.’
Then Abraham said,
‘If they will not listen to Moses and the prophets,
neither will they be persuaded
if someone should rise from the dead.’“ - Lk. 16:19-31
Jesus once again reminds his followers that they shouldn't take his message for granted. This time, he take the approach of using a parable to help them remember.
The story of Lazarus and the rich man is filled with great "Easter eggs," to use the seasonal term. First, Jesus refers to Moses, who, if we recall, is whom he met with up on the mountain earlier at the Transfiguration with Elijah. He also refers to Abraham since Abraham is the father of the Jewish faith. But the one thing that is often overlooked is that he named the hero of the parable after his best friend.
Was this just a shout out, use of a common name, or something more meaningful. I believe there was deeper meaning. I think Jesus was using Lazarus, a person of great faith and a close friend, as an example of someone whose faith will be rewarded. This is the same man who the Pharisees plan to kill just because Christ had resurrected him, so Jesus' message is almost a foreshadowing of what will become of Lazarus when he does die.
But unlike his other followers, Lazarus never seems to doubt Jesus or his message. He just lives in the moment and has total trust in the Lord, which has spread to his sisters Martha and Mary. All three of them live meager lives, but are blessed to be open to the Lord, unlike the rich man in the parable.
So let us be like Lazarus and praise the Lord for all the wonders he does in our lives, even when we face adversities.
“There was a rich man who dressed in purple garments and fine linen
and dined sumptuously each day.
And lying at his door was a poor man named Lazarus, covered with sores,
who would gladly have eaten his fill of the scraps
that fell from the rich man’s table.
Dogs even used to come and lick his sores.
When the poor man died,
he was carried away by angels to the bosom of Abraham.
The rich man also died and was buried,
and from the netherworld, where he was in torment,
he raised his eyes and saw Abraham far off
and Lazarus at his side.
And he cried out, ‘Father Abraham, have pity on me.
Send Lazarus to dip the tip of his finger in water and cool my tongue,
for I am suffering torment in these flames.’
Abraham replied, ‘My child,
remember that you received what was good during your lifetime
while Lazarus likewise received what was bad;
but now he is comforted here, whereas you are tormented.
Moreover, between us and you a great chasm is established
to prevent anyone from crossing
who might wish to go from our side to yours
or from your side to ours.’
He said, ‘Then I beg you, father, send him
to my father’s house,
for I have five brothers, so that he may warn them,
lest they too come to this place of torment.’
But Abraham replied, ‘They have Moses and the prophets.
Let them listen to them.’
He said, ‘Oh no, father Abraham,
but if someone from the dead goes to them, they will repent.’
Then Abraham said,
‘If they will not listen to Moses and the prophets,
neither will they be persuaded
if someone should rise from the dead.’“ - Lk. 16:19-31
Jesus once again reminds his followers that they shouldn't take his message for granted. This time, he take the approach of using a parable to help them remember.
The story of Lazarus and the rich man is filled with great "Easter eggs," to use the seasonal term. First, Jesus refers to Moses, who, if we recall, is whom he met with up on the mountain earlier at the Transfiguration with Elijah. He also refers to Abraham since Abraham is the father of the Jewish faith. But the one thing that is often overlooked is that he named the hero of the parable after his best friend.
Was this just a shout out, use of a common name, or something more meaningful. I believe there was deeper meaning. I think Jesus was using Lazarus, a person of great faith and a close friend, as an example of someone whose faith will be rewarded. This is the same man who the Pharisees plan to kill just because Christ had resurrected him, so Jesus' message is almost a foreshadowing of what will become of Lazarus when he does die.
But unlike his other followers, Lazarus never seems to doubt Jesus or his message. He just lives in the moment and has total trust in the Lord, which has spread to his sisters Martha and Mary. All three of them live meager lives, but are blessed to be open to the Lord, unlike the rich man in the parable.
So let us be like Lazarus and praise the Lord for all the wonders he does in our lives, even when we face adversities.
Wednesday, March 3, 2010
My Child Is A...Disciple of God!
Then the mother of the sons of Zebedee approached Jesus with her sons
and did him homage, wishing to ask him for something.
He said to her, “What do you wish?”
She answered him,
“Command that these two sons of mine sit,
one at your right and the other at your left, in your kingdom.”
Jesus said in reply,
“You do not know what you are asking.
Can you drink the chalice that I am going to drink?”
They said to him, “We can.”
He replied,
“My chalice you will indeed drink,
but to sit at my right and at my left,
this is not mine to give
but is for those for whom it has been prepared by my Father.”
When the ten heard this,
they became indignant at the two brothers.
But Jesus summoned them and said,
“You know that the rulers of the Gentiles lord it over them,
and the great ones make their authority over them felt.
But it shall not be so among you.
Rather, whoever wishes to be great among you shall be your servant;
whoever wishes to be first among you shall be your slave.
Just so, the Son of Man did not come to be served but to serve
and to give his life as a ransom for many." - Mt. 20:20-28
The death of Christ is drawing closer. In the next chapter of Matthew's gospel, Jesus sends two disciples ahead to prepare for his arrival into Jerusalem. Today's gospel begins with Jesus giving his last reminder to his disciples that his time is drawing to a close. Yet, no sooner does he say it, than the mom of two of his disciples approach him and tells him the same thing that we as teachers often hear, "My children are great! They would be perfect for a leadership role. You know they are going to be a doctor/lawyer/President!"
Parents love their children dearly. That is a fact and one that is very honorable. But sometimes parents get carried away and think their children can do no wrong. But we know better. It is not that they are demons or anything, but we know that we all sin and therefore carry imperfections.
So the sons of Zebedee have their moms ask Jesus to give them titles and power in heaven, but Jesus responds directly to them. He knows that in order for the truth to be revealed he has to challenge those who want the power. He tells them that they will face the same struggle he is about to face, persecution from his adversaries, but that it does not mean they are better or more fit than any other person.
The disciples are upset/embarassed with John and James. But Jesus puts them all in their place by saying that it goes for all of them. They must become servants of the Lord in order to be considered "great" in God's eyes.
We, like the disciples, are meant to be servant leaders. We must not view those whom we serve as less than us, but rather greater than us. They are the people God have brought into our lives in order to help bring about the Kingdom. We should not view ourselves as being great for our service, but rather see how great God is for allowing us to do his work.
Maybe when this truly happens we will be able to sit back at the table with the Lord.
and did him homage, wishing to ask him for something.
He said to her, “What do you wish?”
She answered him,
“Command that these two sons of mine sit,
one at your right and the other at your left, in your kingdom.”
Jesus said in reply,
“You do not know what you are asking.
Can you drink the chalice that I am going to drink?”
They said to him, “We can.”
He replied,
“My chalice you will indeed drink,
but to sit at my right and at my left,
this is not mine to give
but is for those for whom it has been prepared by my Father.”
When the ten heard this,
they became indignant at the two brothers.
But Jesus summoned them and said,
“You know that the rulers of the Gentiles lord it over them,
and the great ones make their authority over them felt.
But it shall not be so among you.
Rather, whoever wishes to be great among you shall be your servant;
whoever wishes to be first among you shall be your slave.
Just so, the Son of Man did not come to be served but to serve
and to give his life as a ransom for many." - Mt. 20:20-28
The death of Christ is drawing closer. In the next chapter of Matthew's gospel, Jesus sends two disciples ahead to prepare for his arrival into Jerusalem. Today's gospel begins with Jesus giving his last reminder to his disciples that his time is drawing to a close. Yet, no sooner does he say it, than the mom of two of his disciples approach him and tells him the same thing that we as teachers often hear, "My children are great! They would be perfect for a leadership role. You know they are going to be a doctor/lawyer/President!"
Parents love their children dearly. That is a fact and one that is very honorable. But sometimes parents get carried away and think their children can do no wrong. But we know better. It is not that they are demons or anything, but we know that we all sin and therefore carry imperfections.
So the sons of Zebedee have their moms ask Jesus to give them titles and power in heaven, but Jesus responds directly to them. He knows that in order for the truth to be revealed he has to challenge those who want the power. He tells them that they will face the same struggle he is about to face, persecution from his adversaries, but that it does not mean they are better or more fit than any other person.
The disciples are upset/embarassed with John and James. But Jesus puts them all in their place by saying that it goes for all of them. They must become servants of the Lord in order to be considered "great" in God's eyes.
We, like the disciples, are meant to be servant leaders. We must not view those whom we serve as less than us, but rather greater than us. They are the people God have brought into our lives in order to help bring about the Kingdom. We should not view ourselves as being great for our service, but rather see how great God is for allowing us to do his work.
Maybe when this truly happens we will be able to sit back at the table with the Lord.
Tuesday, March 2, 2010
"Love & Mercy" - Brian Wilson
In honor of those who have been affected by pain and suffering, especially those in Chile.
I was sittin' in a crummy movie with my hands on my chin
Oh the violence that occurs seems like we never win
Love and mercy that's what you need tonight
So, love and mercy to you and your friends tonight
I was lyin' in my room and the news came on T.V.
A lotta people out there hurtin' and it really scares me
Love and mercy that's what you need tonight
So, love and mercy to you and your friends tonight
I was standin' in a bar and watchin' all the people there
Oh the lonliness in this world well it's just not fair
Oooooo-ooooooo-ooooooo
Oooooo-ooooooo-ooooooo-ooooooo-ooooooo
Ahhhhh-ahhhhhh-ahhhhhh-ohhhhhh-ohhhhhh
Hey love and mercy that's what you need tonight
So, love and mercy to you and your friends tonight
Love and mercy that's what you need tonight
Love and mercy tonight
Love and mercy
I was sittin' in a crummy movie with my hands on my chin
Oh the violence that occurs seems like we never win
Love and mercy that's what you need tonight
So, love and mercy to you and your friends tonight
I was lyin' in my room and the news came on T.V.
A lotta people out there hurtin' and it really scares me
Love and mercy that's what you need tonight
So, love and mercy to you and your friends tonight
I was standin' in a bar and watchin' all the people there
Oh the lonliness in this world well it's just not fair
Oooooo-ooooooo-ooooooo
Oooooo-ooooooo-ooooooo-ooooooo-ooooooo
Ahhhhh-ahhhhhh-ahhhhhh-ohhhhhh-ohhhhhh
Hey love and mercy that's what you need tonight
So, love and mercy to you and your friends tonight
Love and mercy that's what you need tonight
Love and mercy tonight
Love and mercy
Monday, March 1, 2010
Being Like The Father
Jesus said to his disciples:
“Be merciful, just as your Father is merciful.
“Stop judging and you will not be judged.
Stop condemning and you will not be condemned.
Forgive and you will be forgiven.
Give and gifts will be given to you;
a good measure, packed together, shaken down, and overflowing,
will be poured into your lap.
For the measure with which you measure
will in return be measured out to you.” - Lk. 6:36-38
"I want to do everything you do. So I’ve been watching you." - Rodney Atkins
Jesus tells us today that we need to be like God. There are absolutely no excuses. We need to show mercy and forgiveness towards others just like God shows us. Who are we to judge and condem others? Are we not all marked with original sin? Rather than dwelling on negative aspects of living, we should rather focus on sharing the goodness God grants us with others.
Now Jesus is smart. Like any good teacher, he recognizes that it is not enough to tell his students that they should behave a proper way. He sweetens the deal by reminding them that if they do follow through and start behaving like God towards one another, they will be greatly rewarded!
Now a cynical teacher would argue that if Christ himself had to use "incentives" to motivate his disciples, then what hope do we have to motivate our students now to do the work of God? I completely understand this concern. I find myself struggling with this everyday in and out of the classroom.
I absolutely hate the concept of required community service hours. To me, it is no different than the way society views community service, a potential alternative to serving jail time. By requiring it, we are not encouraging, but rather forcing, students to do the work of God. Jesus never did that. He encouraged, motivated, but never forced, people to believe in him or follow his lead. Personally, I rather a person not do service if they are not truly motivated and dedicated to doing the work of the Lord. What about those who are called to do the will of the Lord openly but can't because service organizations are being "used" by students in need of service hours?
I digress. My point is that Christ wants us to serve others out of the kindness of our hearts. Will we be rewarded if we can successfully do this? Yes. Should we do it just because we "get something?" No. We need to break from this "What do I get in return?" mentality. God has already given us what we need, so why not share the wealth with others?
“Be merciful, just as your Father is merciful.
“Stop judging and you will not be judged.
Stop condemning and you will not be condemned.
Forgive and you will be forgiven.
Give and gifts will be given to you;
a good measure, packed together, shaken down, and overflowing,
will be poured into your lap.
For the measure with which you measure
will in return be measured out to you.” - Lk. 6:36-38
"I want to do everything you do. So I’ve been watching you." - Rodney Atkins
Jesus tells us today that we need to be like God. There are absolutely no excuses. We need to show mercy and forgiveness towards others just like God shows us. Who are we to judge and condem others? Are we not all marked with original sin? Rather than dwelling on negative aspects of living, we should rather focus on sharing the goodness God grants us with others.
Now Jesus is smart. Like any good teacher, he recognizes that it is not enough to tell his students that they should behave a proper way. He sweetens the deal by reminding them that if they do follow through and start behaving like God towards one another, they will be greatly rewarded!
Now a cynical teacher would argue that if Christ himself had to use "incentives" to motivate his disciples, then what hope do we have to motivate our students now to do the work of God? I completely understand this concern. I find myself struggling with this everyday in and out of the classroom.
I absolutely hate the concept of required community service hours. To me, it is no different than the way society views community service, a potential alternative to serving jail time. By requiring it, we are not encouraging, but rather forcing, students to do the work of God. Jesus never did that. He encouraged, motivated, but never forced, people to believe in him or follow his lead. Personally, I rather a person not do service if they are not truly motivated and dedicated to doing the work of the Lord. What about those who are called to do the will of the Lord openly but can't because service organizations are being "used" by students in need of service hours?
I digress. My point is that Christ wants us to serve others out of the kindness of our hearts. Will we be rewarded if we can successfully do this? Yes. Should we do it just because we "get something?" No. We need to break from this "What do I get in return?" mentality. God has already given us what we need, so why not share the wealth with others?
Sunday, February 28, 2010
The Transfiguration: Opening Your Eyes, Closing Your Mouth, Changing Your Heart & Mind
Jesus took Peter, John, and James
and went up the mountain to pray.
While he was praying his face changed in appearance
and his clothing became dazzling white.
And behold, two men were conversing with him, Moses and Elijah,
who appeared in glory and spoke of his exodus
that he was going to accomplish in Jerusalem.
Peter and his companions had been overcome by sleep,
but becoming fully awake,
they saw his glory and the two men standing with him.
As they were about to part from him, Peter said to Jesus,
“Master, it is good that we are here;
let us make three tents,
one for you, one for Moses, and one for Elijah.”
But he did not know what he was saying.
While he was still speaking,
a cloud came and cast a shadow over them,
and they became frightened when they entered the cloud.
Then from the cloud came a voice that said,
“This is my chosen Son; listen to him.”
After the voice had spoken, Jesus was found alone.
They fell silent and did not at that time
tell anyone what they had seen. - Lk. 9:28b-36
The Transfiguration is one of the key moments in the ministry, yet only three people witness it and they were asleep for most of the experience. It is a mysterious event (Hence why it is one of Luminous Mysteries of the Rosary)that provides more questions than answers.
The appearance of Moses and Elijah are thought to show how the two major prophets of the Old Testament finally meet the Lord incarnate that they had spend their careers preparing the world to accept. We're given a quick overview of their conversation, but no details. Did Moses talk about how it can difficult to lead people who often complain or show no appreciation to anyone? Did Elijah share his views on confronting the sinners who ruled the land? Did Jesus live up to the expectation of these men? It is truly a conversation one wishes they could have been a fly on the wall for!
The bigger topic is the role of Peter, John and James. These three men were the closest friends Jesus had in his ministry. Some could argue that they and Lazaraus were all best friends of Jesus. This is evident, since they also go with Jesus to the Garden of Gethsemane on the night he is arrested. They also do the exact same thing! They go up the mountain with Jesus and then pass out and sleep while Jesus does all the praying! You would think that after they missed most of the Transfiguration that they learned their lesson to stay awake always in the presence of Christ, because you do not know what great wonders you will miss if your eyes are closed.
At the Transfiguration, Peter is eager to make the most of the situation, once he is awake of course. He offers to build tents for the men to stay in, as if he hoped he would be able to make up for lost time and really get to witness these great men of faith in conversation. Yet, before he can even finish his suggestion, the Lord intervenes. A cloud covers them and a voice says to Peter, John and James: "This is my chosen Son; listen to him."
That is the 2nd time God reveals Christ to people openly. First was at the Jordan when Jesus is baptized by John the Baptist. At that event, Jesus is given his mission and begins his ministry. This time, God gives his disciples their mission. Just as Mary told the staff at the Wedding at Cana, God tells us to "listen to [Jesus]." That was all God wants of us. To listen to his Son and do what he tells us to do. In doing so, we will please the Lord.
In order to truly "listen," we must first open our eyes to the presence of Christ everywhere we go. We can not continue to "sleep" when the Lord calls us. Then we must close our mouths. We are a very social world. Whether it is vocally, online, or through signs and symbols, we like to talk. But in order to successfully hear and see God we need to allow him to do the talking and just listen. No excuses, just honesty. When we do these two things, we open ourselves up to the mission of God and change our hearts and minds for good.
and went up the mountain to pray.
While he was praying his face changed in appearance
and his clothing became dazzling white.
And behold, two men were conversing with him, Moses and Elijah,
who appeared in glory and spoke of his exodus
that he was going to accomplish in Jerusalem.
Peter and his companions had been overcome by sleep,
but becoming fully awake,
they saw his glory and the two men standing with him.
As they were about to part from him, Peter said to Jesus,
“Master, it is good that we are here;
let us make three tents,
one for you, one for Moses, and one for Elijah.”
But he did not know what he was saying.
While he was still speaking,
a cloud came and cast a shadow over them,
and they became frightened when they entered the cloud.
Then from the cloud came a voice that said,
“This is my chosen Son; listen to him.”
After the voice had spoken, Jesus was found alone.
They fell silent and did not at that time
tell anyone what they had seen. - Lk. 9:28b-36
The Transfiguration is one of the key moments in the ministry, yet only three people witness it and they were asleep for most of the experience. It is a mysterious event (Hence why it is one of Luminous Mysteries of the Rosary)that provides more questions than answers.
The appearance of Moses and Elijah are thought to show how the two major prophets of the Old Testament finally meet the Lord incarnate that they had spend their careers preparing the world to accept. We're given a quick overview of their conversation, but no details. Did Moses talk about how it can difficult to lead people who often complain or show no appreciation to anyone? Did Elijah share his views on confronting the sinners who ruled the land? Did Jesus live up to the expectation of these men? It is truly a conversation one wishes they could have been a fly on the wall for!
The bigger topic is the role of Peter, John and James. These three men were the closest friends Jesus had in his ministry. Some could argue that they and Lazaraus were all best friends of Jesus. This is evident, since they also go with Jesus to the Garden of Gethsemane on the night he is arrested. They also do the exact same thing! They go up the mountain with Jesus and then pass out and sleep while Jesus does all the praying! You would think that after they missed most of the Transfiguration that they learned their lesson to stay awake always in the presence of Christ, because you do not know what great wonders you will miss if your eyes are closed.
At the Transfiguration, Peter is eager to make the most of the situation, once he is awake of course. He offers to build tents for the men to stay in, as if he hoped he would be able to make up for lost time and really get to witness these great men of faith in conversation. Yet, before he can even finish his suggestion, the Lord intervenes. A cloud covers them and a voice says to Peter, John and James: "This is my chosen Son; listen to him."
That is the 2nd time God reveals Christ to people openly. First was at the Jordan when Jesus is baptized by John the Baptist. At that event, Jesus is given his mission and begins his ministry. This time, God gives his disciples their mission. Just as Mary told the staff at the Wedding at Cana, God tells us to "listen to [Jesus]." That was all God wants of us. To listen to his Son and do what he tells us to do. In doing so, we will please the Lord.
In order to truly "listen," we must first open our eyes to the presence of Christ everywhere we go. We can not continue to "sleep" when the Lord calls us. Then we must close our mouths. We are a very social world. Whether it is vocally, online, or through signs and symbols, we like to talk. But in order to successfully hear and see God we need to allow him to do the talking and just listen. No excuses, just honesty. When we do these two things, we open ourselves up to the mission of God and change our hearts and minds for good.
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