PRAYER PAUSE
Monday, 24 April 2017
NICODEMUS
CAME BY NIGHT
Pause. Enter into the stillness of God
within.
Reading: “There was one of the Pharisees
called Nicodemus, a leading Jew, who came to Jesus by night.” (John 3:1-8).
Reflection. We have just met Thomas and then
there was Cleophas and now Nicodemus – all Jews groping to understand the
mystery of God among us. Each had their difficulties and each is gently led by
Jesus to belief. With Nicodemus it took time. We first meet him here coming by
night, then some chapters later he makes a courageous plea for Jesus to be
heard before he is condemned. Finally he has the courage to ask for the body of
Jesus to give it a reverent burial. Augustine extolled the virtue of curiosity and
Nicodemus should be the patron of the curious. It is a virtue that leads to
human progress in all fields, including in things of the spirit.
Prayer. Lord, teach us to be curious and
voice our questions so that we can seek you help us to seek you, and find you. Amen.
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