PRAYER MOMENT
Monday
10 March 2014.
THE HEARTH
Pause. Be still
in the presence of God.
Reading: “You must
love your neighbour as yourself. I am the Lord.” (Leviticus 19: 1-2, 11-18)
Reflection. We
can think of life as a hearth (choto). In the centre is Jesus kindling the fire
which gives warmth to those who come close. But there are many a little further
away who also benefit though they do not know the one who is stoking the fire.
Finally there are those far outside the circle who benefit just a little bit. Lent
gives us a succession of themes. Today it is about seeing our life in relation
to others. Our OT reading lays down graphic guidelines like, “You must not out
an obstacle in the blind man’s way.” And the accompanying gospel (Matt 25:31-46)
gives Jesus’ welcome to those who care for the hungry and the stranger even if
they hardly know him, Jesus. Many who labour for the good of others today do
not know the one kindling fire in their heart.
Prayer. Lord, in
the end you will ask us, not whether we went to church or said our prayers, but
whether we loved and welcomed your sisters and brothers in need. Help us to
show our love in action, action warmed by our prayer and worship. Amen.
David Harold-Barry SJ
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