It is he whom we proclaim, admonishing everyone and teaching everyone with all wisdom, that we may present everyone perfect in Christ.
For this I labor and struggle, in accord with the exercise of his power working within me. (Colossians 1:28-29 NABRE)
Imagine a world where each one of us joins with Saint Paul in his deep desire to present everyone to God the Father as perfect in Christ. What would we do to make that happen? Take some time today to think what you can do to make it real.
Saint Paul taught others about his experience of Jesus. The same Spirit that led Paul lives in each of us.
Take some time today to quietly listen for the Spirit's whisper. Ask him to whisper to you. Be open to the surprise when he does--if that is how it happens.
And if it doesn't happen today, listen again tomorrow, ask him again tomorrow, be open again tomorrow. And when he does finally whisper to you, when he does at last speak to you, ask for courage. Ask for certainty of purpose. Ask for protection in the battle to come. And say thank you with a smile!
Today, I will seek to follow the Spirit working within me by doing the work I am called to do.
Blessed Frédéric Oaznam, co-founder of the St. Vincent DePaul Society, pray for us.
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