Week 40 - The Journey
"On the way they entered a Samaritan village to prepare for his reception there, but they would not welcome him because the destination of his journey was Jerusalem. When the disciples James and John saw this they asked, "Lord, do you want us to call down fire from heaven to consume them?" Jesus turned and rebuked them, and they journeyed to another village.
Luke 9:52-56
Seeds of faith. Isn't that just like us to force the power of God into another's life. Jesus on the other hand has a different plan. John the beloved learned from Jesus, He learned to take a different approach. Remember it was the Mother of James and John who wanted a seat of honor for them.
Their response to rejection was to fight it, prove who had the upper hand. Jesus on the other hand moves on where He will be accepted. He clearly states that the way is not of man but of God.
I recognize the passion of John, of wanting to demonstrate the power of God and God recognizes they are not ready but this encounter was only the beginning for the Samaritans as they find their way to accept Jesus. God does not force His will upon us but gently and deliberately moves us closer to His way.
What is God saying to me? I got this, just listen and obey.
Dear Father God, I appreciate Your gentleness in moving us closer to You. You do not force, You gave us free will to chose the way, may that way always include You even when we are filled with passion to prove. Thank You Father for being there all along the way, thank You for hearing my heart and responding, I feel what You feel, the good and the bad. Blessings upon these next few days as You continue to reveal Your mighty plan. I ask this in Jesus name, Amen.
Mary, Queen of Peace, Pray for us.
St Joesph, Most Strong, 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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