REFLECTION ON THE READINGS 1 JUNE 2013

 

The search for wisdom can be a long one. We often feel that wisdom comes from either the very young who have not yet had their thoughts “polluted” by the ways of the world, or those older because they have endured some of the world and continued their faith journey until they discovered how to communicate with God along the way.

While we can seek wisdom, the knowledge of God, by praying to Him in the traditional form, and, if earnest, are rewarded with this grace. However, we often receive these graces as infused graces that are not “felt”, which means we have to rely on our personal faith to keep on this path.

To obtain true wisdom, we have to continue on a path of humility and being docile to the reception of the Holy Spirit. This means we have to be truly in a position of openness to His love and then we will receive in ways we could not imagine. Finding your interior prayer life is the key to this kingdom.

Today, take a few moments to reflect on how God is moving in your life. Find a quiet favorite space to talk to Him, in your own words, and begin a new dialog with Him.

REFLECTION ON THE DAILY GOSPEL 26 JULY 2012

How often in life do we consider something seen but not understood? Hearing something, but not listening. We may miss the opportunity by “not being open”. I think the Gospel today is asking us to be “open”, to be ready when we see something, so we can perceive it’s meaning, our call to action. If we have already made our mind up about everything then all anyone is going to get out of us is a self-assured opinion. I try not to operate this way anymore, but certainly had a long period in my life where self-assurance and certitude blocked out my vision and openness to the Lord. Perhaps my eyesight is improving slightly.

 

Gospel Mt 13:10-17

REFLECTION ON THE DAILY GOSPEL 18 JULY 2012

Being open to the Word is more important than intelligently analyzing everything said in the Bible in just a literal or historical context. This childlike reception of knowledge of our beliefs is grounded in faith.

We need that openness that only a child processes, and that openness is called faith. This door should always remain open if we really want to have that wisdom imparted and the Son revealed to us.

 

Gospel Mt 11:25-27