Many people like to go for walks. We have the Pinellas Trail a couple of blocks away from our Church. This trail, much like the path Jesus took with the blind man, is a journey of faith and discovery. Every few minutes, someone is either going or coming from the trail. What are they thinking? Some may be listening to their iPods, and others may be praying. What would you do if you went to the trail for a walk?
I find it beautiful how Jesus took the blind man for a walk in today’s gospel. He didn’t just heal him and move on, but he took the time to get to know him personally. He took the man by the hand to lead him away from the crowd and show that he valued him as an individual. This was more than a healing; it began a personal relationship that would last long after they departed.
Gospel Challenge: Jesus needs time with you and me. If you are praying for something or someone, let Jesus take you by the hand, away from everyone and everything. Enter into the quietness of your heart. In that deserted place, tell Jesus a little about yourself that day. This is the Gospel Challenge: Open your heart to Jesus and let Him guide you in your prayers.
After sharing your feelings and thoughts with Jesus, trust Him with the intention you carry in your heart. Now, it will be in Jesus’ heart for Him to manage. Leave it with Jesus. Don’t be alarmed if he uses something strange like His saliva and dirt to answer your prayer. Remember, the stranger it is to us sometimes, the better it will be. Trust in Jesus’ unique ways of answering.
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Going For A Walk With Jesus?
Many people like to go for walks. We have the Pinellas Trail a couple of blocks away from our Church. This trail, much like the path Jesus took with the blind man, is a journey of faith and discovery. Every few minutes, someone is either going or coming from the trail. What are they thinking? Some may be listening to their iPods, and others may be praying. What would you do if you went to the trail for a walk?
I find it beautiful how Jesus took the blind man for a walk in today’s gospel. He didn’t just heal him and move on, but he took the time to get to know him personally. He took the man by the hand to lead him away from the crowd and show that he valued him as an individual. This was more than a healing; it began a personal relationship that would last long after they departed.
Gospel Challenge:
Jesus needs time with you and me. If you are praying for something or someone, let Jesus take you by the hand, away from everyone and everything. Enter into the quietness of your heart. In that deserted place, tell Jesus a little about yourself that day. This is the Gospel Challenge: Open your heart to Jesus and let Him guide you in your prayers.
After sharing your feelings and thoughts with Jesus, trust Him with the intention you carry in your heart. Now, it will be in Jesus’ heart for Him to manage. Leave it with Jesus. Don’t be alarmed if he uses something strange like His saliva and dirt to answer your prayer. Remember, the stranger it is to us sometimes, the better it will be. Trust in Jesus’ unique ways of answering.
Love Your Neighbor!
Fr. Rick Pilger, IC
www.bscchurch.com
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