"Jesus also teaches us that following him involves more than feelings and inspirations. We are meant to use our minds. The builder and the warring king had to channel their enthusiasm through the cool filter of reason. Christians must do the same. The emotional excitement that comes from a retreat or a pilgrimage or a special grace-filled encounter with the Lord is like the blossoms on a cherry tree. They bloom quickly and fill our souls with a sweet aroma, but then the long summer comes, and we have to persevere patiently, following an intelligent plan of spiritual and apostolic work, before the fruit matures. Love is often born amidst intense emotions, but it matures through suffering and sweat, and these are only endured through the aid of reason and conviction. Following Christ is more than following a whim; it is a long-term project that engages the whole person." Read more: rcspiritualdirection/blog/2013/09/04/203-christian-conditions-luke-1425-35#ixzz2dupMBXGa
Posted on: Wed, 04 Sep 2013 09:43:47 +0000
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