Distance separates us, but love unites us, and death itself cannot divide us. - St. John Chrysostom
The second reading from today's Office of Readings is a reminder that I have nothing about which to be anxious. When I experience anxiety, it is usually because I have fixed my eyes upon the wrong thing, letting the tasks before me or the circumstances of my life fill my vision rather than the God of my life.
Particularly, I have known separation, in various ways throughout my life, from those I hold dearest, and it is good that I am reminded of the Spirit who unites us in one Body. This is a special gift at a time when I have lately been reminded so powerfully of both those who have been dear to me and those who have been, well, more of a challenge. Just when I found myself lamenting my loss and reconnecting with hurts I have received, I am reminded of God's ever-present, loving care and providence. I am filled with an awareness of the treasure God is and the treasures he has poured into my life, and with gratitude for the many vessels through whom he has poured abundant love into my life.
I need fear no lack. My life will always be full of love, and whenever I am not sufficient for a task set before me, God's grace will be sufficient to fill my shortcoming.
Funny thing: I started this post to observe that I had nothing to write about after 8 posts in the last two days, but as soon as I took a few minutes to pray and reflect I found something of value that I really needed to reinforce here.
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