Week 42 - The Journey Apostle Paul
"For you heard of my former way of life in Judaism, how I persecuted the church of God beyond measure and tried to destroy it, and progressed in Judaism beyond many of my contemporaries among my race, since I was even more a zealot for my ancestral traditions. But when [God], who from my mother's womb had set me apart and called me through his grace, was pleased to reveal his Son to me, so that I might proclaim him to the Gentiles, I did not immediately consult flesh and blood, nor did I go up to Jerusalem to those who were apostles before me; rather, I went into Arabia and then returned to Damascus." Galatians 1:13-17
Formation. Life is the great teacher, I witness Paul with head knowledge go into the world persecuting those that are not on his way. These days even though painful would have purpose in Pauls formation. Christ the King makes His presence known to Paul with all his formal training. Now God would put Paul to build the kingdom.
Paul's training came at the hands of the Holy Spirit. This training would use the head knowledge but transform it into heart knowledge. Life experiences when reflected upon with God brings about their purpose. Paul's training came at the hands of God.
When we slow down and with purpose invite God in, He reveals truth within us so we too can become instruments of Peace. Too many times we do not take the time and humble ourselves before God. Saul didn't need God, he was a type of god but Paul on the other hand became clay in the Potters hands. Your life has purpose, all of it, give it to God and watch what he does with your formation.
What is God saying to me? In the heart I reveal Myself, in the head you reveal self. Trust in My Divine wisdom, it goes beyond understanding.
Dear Father God, there is much going on, yet I perceive You at work. I see the challenges of life, I see the softness of You at work and Your gentleness is what comes thru when we put ourselves within Your care. Thank You Father for eyes of faith to see what is at the heart of the way. Prayers for good life lessons in Your hands. In Jesus name, Amen.
Mary, Mother of Love, Pray for us.
St Joesph, Foster Father of Jesus, 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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