PRAYER PAUSE
Tuesday, 20 June 2017
BE PERFECT
Pause. Enter into the stillness of God
within.
Reading: “You must therefore be perfect just
as your heavenly Father is perfect.” (Matt 5:43-48)
Reflection. We claim perfection for many a work
of art or piece of music. But we know that “perfection” eludes us. Jesus knows
that too but he uses this hyperbole to underline the impact of the reign of God
which he is inaugurating. It is utterly new - and demanding. “Love your
enemies.” We know that is his command but what a demand this is! We look around
at our world not just at the wars and violence but at the ordinary relations we
have with others we meet each day. There are so many who try our patience or irritate
us! Love them? Well, at leat we can understand what a different world it would
be if everyone tried to reach out to one another.
Prayer. Lord, help us to reach out to each
other with patience, respect, forgiveness - and even love. Amen
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