Pray, Forgive and Bless
He is able to deal patiently with the ignorant and erring, for he himself is beset by weakness. – Hebrews 5:2
I often share that one of the litmus tests of being a true Christian is when we pray, forgive and bless our enemies.
The
Lord challenged my words a few years ago — if indeed I would walk my
talk. Some people were trying to destroy my integrity and I struggled
with being patient with them. It was painful to see them seemingly
winning in their erring ways and glorifying in their perceived triumph.
I
realized later on that I was going through a learning experience, a
test. God was reminding me that if I claim to be not just an ambassador
for my country but also for God, then I should make sure I am worthy,
especially of the latter title or responsibility. He showed me that I
was indirectly contributing to the situation I was in through my own
mistakes and weaknesses. He validated His message through the readings
in the Bible and other daily devotionals.
That
made me forgive and bless my detractors but not to trust them. God was
reiterating that in this world, we should indeed be wise as serpents but
gentle as doves.Grace Princesa (grprincesa@yahoo.com)
Reflection: Patience is concentrated strength, not weakness. It is easier to give in to anger than to choose to love.
“Make me a channel of your peace. Where there is hatred let me bring Your love. Where there is injury, Your pardon, Lord.”
St. Agnes, virgin and martyr, pray for us.
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