Great focus. Fruits of the Holy Spirit are a good way for us to work backward and assess if there is a need to change our own disposition. It's something I consider if I'm feeling burnout. Somehow I've allowed myself to lose track of my identity in Christ, and my mission. As such, I need Spiritual Direction, Retreat (once a year) and Confession regularly in order to address such things.
In this life, we find ourselves in a constantly changing state, moment to moment. As a result we need endurance in the good and growth in the good. So constant maintenance, like a vineyard is required (i.e. pruning). Great reflection for Lent!
I had to quote that part you said, "Jesus proves repeatedly, that sin, despite any blood line, always enters in and shatters our relationship with God such that, without divine intervention, the promised land, heaven, is unattainable." That resonated with me. Great job!
Great focus. Fruits of the Holy Spirit are a good way for us to work backward and assess if there is a need to change our own disposition. It's something I consider if I'm feeling burnout. Somehow I've allowed myself to lose track of my identity in Christ, and my mission. As such, I need Spiritual Direction, Retreat (once a year) and Confession regularly in order to address such things.
In this life, we find ourselves in a constantly changing state, moment to moment. As a result we need endurance in the good and growth in the good. So constant maintenance, like a vineyard is required (i.e. pruning). Great reflection for Lent!
I had to quote that part you said, "Jesus proves repeatedly, that sin, despite any blood line, always enters in and shatters our relationship with God such that, without divine intervention, the promised land, heaven, is unattainable." That resonated with me. Great job!
"We must announce the Lord. It is not optional!" That says it all! Thank you, Deacon!