HOLY DISTURBANCE
Much
will be required of the person entrusted with much, and still more will
be demanded of the person entrusted with more. – Luke 12:48
You must have heard it a thousand times, but I’m saying it again here.
“With great power comes great responsibility.” And yes, you must have
heard it from Spiderman (or Uncle Ben or Stan Lee). But hey, it’s
solidly biblical after all!
Sometimes you may regret knowing too much, having too much, or having
become somebody. Because along with the blessings is your conscience
prodding you to do more because of the “more” that you have. I call that
“holy disturbance.” Because when you’re disturbed, God will give you
peace. But when you’re too peaceful (and comfortable), God will disturb you.
Whether you’re a fisherman, a doctor, an employer or a church
volunteer, there will always be the call to do something with what you
have — for
others.
It doesn’t matter if you were entrusted with millions, thousands,
hundreds or even with just 10 or one. The ultimate question is, what did
you do with it? In the end, your true peace and joy will come only from
fulfilling your life’s purpose using everything you’ve got. And you
just can’t retire from who you truly are! Alvin Barcelona (apb_ayo@yahoo.com)
Reflection: How, where and for whom are you using your gifts?
Lord, may I use the blessings You give to fulfill Your great purpose and plan for me.
St. Cajetan, priest, pray for us.
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