Purify me.
From today’s Scripture: “Jesus said to his disciples: ‘I have come to set the earth on fire, and how I wish it were already blazing!'”—Lk 12:49
Today’s Scripture seems to contradict that common image of Jesus as peace and love. This reference to being set on fire and ablaze does not refer to one that destroys but, rather, implies a fire that can purify. All of us need to be purified in order to grow closer to God.
Today and every day I need to take some time to reflect on when I feel God most present in my life and when I feel separated from God. What in my life is holding me back from growing closer to God and from being a more dedicated follower of Christ? What needs to be burnt off or purified?
Let us pray: Loving God, I know it can be painful to let go of some things in my life, but I also know it is the only way I can grow closer to you. Please help me to recognize that you are present walking with me.
Today’s author is Glenmary Brother David Henley, Vocation Director for Glenmary Home Missioners
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