Years ago, I rode a horse at a hacienda in Venezuela. I will never forget a raging bull charging at us out of nowhere. My horse went into a gallop, and I held on for dear life. When it was safe, the horse slowed to a trot, and I took a deep breath.
If the horse I rode were a wild stallion, I would be as scared of the horse as I would be of the bull. The horse is much stronger than I am, but after training, it became meek. The term comes from the Greek word “praus (prah-oos)—the military use of that word when referring to a trained horse. Think how you can train the horse’s fierce power and wild nature to respond to a slight nudge from the foot of its rider.
A meek person isn’t the same as a wimp; true meekness involves strength under control, not weakness. There’s a time to stand up for ourselves, and a time to be more passive. I know, as many people do, that if I am driving a car, I will not have even one drink, which exemplifies meekness in self-control.
Gospel Challenge:
Just as a horse works with its rider, we need to partner with God, who holds all the power, wisdom, and will to lead us safely through life. Trusting in this partnership can inspire confidence and peace, especially when you pray for meekness whenever you feel the urge to take back control.
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The Strength of Meekness.
Years ago, I rode a horse at a hacienda in Venezuela. I will never forget a raging bull charging at us out of nowhere. My horse went into a gallop, and I held on for dear life. When it was safe, the horse slowed to a trot, and I took a deep breath.
If the horse I rode were a wild stallion, I would be as scared of the horse as I would be of the bull. The horse is much stronger than I am, but after training, it became meek. The term comes from the Greek word “praus (prah-oos)—the military use of that word when referring to a trained horse. Think how you can train the horse’s fierce power and wild nature to respond to a slight nudge from the foot of its rider.
A meek person isn’t the same as a wimp; true meekness involves strength under control, not weakness. There’s a time to stand up for ourselves, and a time to be more passive. I know, as many people do, that if I am driving a car, I will not have even one drink, which exemplifies meekness in self-control.
Gospel Challenge:
Just as a horse works with its rider, we need to partner with God, who holds all the power, wisdom, and will to lead us safely through life. Trusting in this partnership can inspire confidence and peace, especially when you pray for meekness whenever you feel the urge to take back control.
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Fr. Rick Pilger, IC
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