In the first reading of today’s Scriptures (Rom. 1: 16-25) we are reminded that “the upright person finds life through faith.” How true this is for me and I am sure for you as well. I take everything to the Lord in prayer. Many times I am absolutely amazed at the results of that faith practice. My prayer hour can, at times, be anything but exciting as I unload my burdens, complain sometimes, as did Jeremiah and Job and David and so many other Old Testament personalities. Whatever the source of my pain, I share my feelings, both positive and negative. I may then sit in silence, waiting for God’s response, or I solicit God’s counsel. I ask for the Holy Spirit’s advice. At other times I simply gaze upon God and let God gaze upon me in love. One day last week in a very, very desert-like prayer experience, I left the hour as I came into it: dry, dull, depressed, frustrated, thinking that maybe I should resign from this position. However, I did not do that but resolved to put my mind to the day’s challenges and do the best I could. It was the most productive day of the week! And, yes, God provided a real live person who is being called to religious life! Faith in action! How have your experienced the truth that “the upright person finds life through faith”?
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