I beg you, child, to look at the heavens and the earth and see all that is in them; then you will know that God did not make them out of existing things. In the same way humankind came into existence. (2 Maccabees 7:28 NABRE)
In a scene that touches a bit too close to scenes that still play out today, a mother whispers in her son's ear just before he is executed for his faith in God. Her words bring courage, boldness in the face of imminent death, because of their certainty.
We always have the chance to relive this moment. Regardless of our current conditions, we can look at the heavens and the earth and see the evidence of the creator in his creation. We can look at other people and see the same. And once we confront the reality that this existence is created, somehow and by someone we can never understand, we strengthen our own faith.
If we have lost our sense of faith, and it does happen to each of us along the way, we can live such a moment and regain what was lost. If we will unlock the door of our heart and open it just a crack--inviting Him in, He will join us. He will confirm our faith. He will provide the evidence we seek. He will provide sight to our blindness.
Today, I will remember who is the Creator and who is the creature, and I will ask for the guidance of the Holy Spirit so that I can act with resolve in the face of challenges to my faith.
Saints Peter and Paul, both martyred in Rome for your witness to Christ, we commemorate today the dedication of churches in your name, pray for us.
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