WEEK TWENTY FOUR: LIFE AFTER THE RETREAT - DAY 2
THE SPIRITUAL UNDERPINNINGS OF ABANDONMENT TO GOD Read the Reflection; ask for an intimate knowledge of the many blessings received, that filled with gratitude for all, I may in all things love and serve the Divine Majesty (#233). (After pondering each bullet point, express your sentiments in a short prayer)
• Becoming Holy, Blameless, and Loving through Christ: At this juncture, God has become the center of the disciple's life and being, and they have become God's satellite. The gravitational pull toward God is constant and reliable so that there is less likelihood
that the disciple will spin off into another orbit. The satellite derives its purpose and life from spinning around the Son.
• They are living in covenant union with the Blessed Trinity: Each Person takes on a
special significance and there is greater appreciation of God's love and life.
• Their sole preoccupation is now to be in the service of God and others, living their lives as a holy offering of reverent adoration and loving service.
• It is now a joy and a way of life for the disciple to conform themselves in all things to Jesus. The cross has become a willing step that the disciple takes because it gives them an opportunity to engage in a humble washing of others' feet, even of enemies.
• Their lives are permeated with constant gratitude and increasing humility: In times of humiliation, they bless their critics and detractors and trust that God will bring good out of every circumstance.
• This transformation leaves no room in the disciple's heart for hostility and enmity even
though others might consider them to be an enemy. The disciple understands how the apostles could rejoice in their sufferings as recorded in Acts 5:40-41, because they too are beginning to have similar experiences.
What is God saying to you?
Greater is He that is in me than he that is in the world. 1 John 4:4b
MORNING FACE TO FACE WITH GOD:
Begin with Prayer to the Holy Spirit
Begin with Prayer to the Holy Spirit
THE SPIRITUAL UNDERPINNINGS OF ABANDONMENT TO GOD Read the Reflection; ask for an intimate knowledge of the many blessings received, that filled with gratitude for all, I may in all things love and serve the Divine Majesty (#233). (After pondering each bullet point, express your sentiments in a short prayer)
• Becoming Holy, Blameless, and Loving through Christ: At this juncture, God has become the center of the disciple's life and being, and they have become God's satellite. The gravitational pull toward God is constant and reliable so that there is less likelihood
that the disciple will spin off into another orbit. The satellite derives its purpose and life from spinning around the Son.
• They are living in covenant union with the Blessed Trinity: Each Person takes on a
special significance and there is greater appreciation of God's love and life.
• Their sole preoccupation is now to be in the service of God and others, living their lives as a holy offering of reverent adoration and loving service.
• It is now a joy and a way of life for the disciple to conform themselves in all things to Jesus. The cross has become a willing step that the disciple takes because it gives them an opportunity to engage in a humble washing of others' feet, even of enemies.
• Their lives are permeated with constant gratitude and increasing humility: In times of humiliation, they bless their critics and detractors and trust that God will bring good out of every circumstance.
• This transformation leaves no room in the disciple's heart for hostility and enmity even
though others might consider them to be an enemy. The disciple understands how the apostles could rejoice in their sufferings as recorded in Acts 5:40-41, because they too are beginning to have similar experiences.
What is God saying to you?
Dear Father, I sense Your presence this morning but at a distance, not really understanding but also trusting in You and Your way. You know my strengths, weaknesses and attachments, You also know how to teach me. I am Your faithful student seeking You and ensuring You are at the center of my world. Prayers for those struggling with their relationship with You Lord, it is in this struggle that we grow closer for this is what the heart and soul seek for happiness. You are the Great Teacher and You send us Your Advocate so we may listen to Your will. Thank You for this day and all it has to offer. Amen.
Mary, Queen of Peace, Pray for us.
St Joesph, Protector of the Holy Family, Pray for us.
Viva Cristo Rey
Greater is He that is in me than he that is in the world. 1 John 4:4b
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