Too often I am drawn by curiosity and pride to know and understand. I want to know every argument and convince everyone of the truth. Yet, it is the work of the Holy Spirit to draw men's hearts to Him. Hearts cannot be driven as cattle to the Ark of protection, the Church. God must call, which He is but the called must listen and respond. This is not in my power, but God help me to be ready to give a reason for the Faith. In humility and gratitude let me serve and not drive.
Help me head the words of Thomas a'Kempis:
Book 3 Chapter 4
Some men walk before Me without sincerity. Led on by a certain curiosity and arrogance, they wish to know My secrets and to understand the high things of God, to the neglect of themselves and their own salvation. Through their own pride and curiosity, and because I am against them, such men often fall into great temptations and sins.
Fear the judgments of God! Dread the wrath of the Almighty! Do not discuss the works of the Most High, but examine your sins -- in what serious things you have offended and how many good things you have neglected.
Some carry their devotion only in books, some in pictures, some in outward signs and figures. Some have Me on their lips when there is little of Me in their hearts.
(from Imitation of Christ, Electronic Database Copyright (c)1999 by Biblesoft)
Sunday, May 11, 2008
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