Jesus is contentious. The people are greedy, wanting more of the free food Jesus handed out the day before. Their leaders are trying to catch him doing anything they can charge him with. They want to stop his ministry, which challenges their authority. Many of those who have been following him leave, after he tries to explain that he is more than a free lunch. So he asks the disciples if they will leave him too.
Sadly, I am feeling this. I have been so involved in trying to please others, and it feels like the little world I inhabit is falling apart. I can't please everybody. I can't fix the injustice inflicted on those I care about. But where else can I go? I know the truth is with Jesus, and I can't withdraw from following my God even when I would most like to give up.
Prayer: I sit here with tears in my eyes. I am sorry for myself and for those I love. I am inadequate. I want good things for all Your people, but I am overwhelmed. Grant peace to me and to those I love. Bring loving kindness to Your world in this week before Christmas.
Amen
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