As I sit at my desk this afternoon to write, my thoughts are scattered. I have to keep repeating "FOCUS" to myself every time I get distracted. How ironic todays Gospel is all about focusing on what is good for us spiritually. I am always open to what He sends my way to help me grow in humility, service and love. And boy does He send people to expand my world, my vision and my focus. A few weeks ago a gentleman became a follower of mine on Twitter. I am grateful for every follower, so I send a word of thanks and follow back if they have a positive attitude and/or spreading the Words of Christ. Well, Shane Jeremy James is a man on a mission . . . "World change only happens because of consistent actions. Consistency is the key to all success. Myself I have never been smarter then anyone but I have been more consistent on a daily basis. You can't start and stop. You can't go half way. You MUST act daily and dreams do happen! Actions of Compassion will only work with daily actions. Actions always speak louder than words!" We corresponded back and forth a few times, then another follower, Jill Page entered the scene. She works with Shane as the VP of Sales and Marketing. Talk about a ray of sunshine! Long story short, we set up a conference call last week to discuss the synergy of our missions in life and business . . . I think we talked for an hour and a half! It's not very often I encounter successful people who truly care about serving others. I am proud to say I am an Empowering Messenger working with these amazing individuals on a project called Actions of Compassion. More to come on how to be a part of this revolution to change hearts by spreading kindness in place of judgement; love instead of hatred; to serve rather than be served. I am truly blessed.
What is your focus? Todays Gospel (Matthew 23:13-22) makes it very clear:
Jesus said to the crowds and to his disciples: “Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, you hypocrites. You lock the Kingdom of heaven before men. You do not enter yourselves,
nor do you allow entrance to those trying to enter.
“Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, you hypocrites. You traverse sea and land to make one convert, and when that happens you make him a child of Gehenna twice as much as yourselves.
“Woe to you, blind guides, who say, ‘If one swears by the temple, it means nothing,
but if one swears by the gold of the temple, one is obligated.’ Blind fools, which is greater, the gold, or the temple that made the gold sacred? And you say, ‘If one swears by the altar, it means nothing, but if one swears by the gift on the altar, one is obligated.’ You blind ones, which is greater, the gift, or the altar that makes the gift sacred? One who swears by the altar swears by it and all that is upon it; one who swears by the temple swears by it and by him who dwells in it; one who swears by heaven swears by the throne of God and by him who is seated on it.”
In Volume One, Anne a lay apostle has nailed spot on how we should all practice what Jesus has been trying to teach us all along:
Jesus said to the crowds and to his disciples: “Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, you hypocrites. You lock the Kingdom of heaven before men. You do not enter yourselves,
nor do you allow entrance to those trying to enter.
“Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, you hypocrites. You traverse sea and land to make one convert, and when that happens you make him a child of Gehenna twice as much as yourselves.
“Woe to you, blind guides, who say, ‘If one swears by the temple, it means nothing,
but if one swears by the gold of the temple, one is obligated.’ Blind fools, which is greater, the gold, or the temple that made the gold sacred? And you say, ‘If one swears by the altar, it means nothing, but if one swears by the gift on the altar, one is obligated.’ You blind ones, which is greater, the gift, or the altar that makes the gift sacred? One who swears by the altar swears by it and all that is upon it; one who swears by the temple swears by it and by him who dwells in it; one who swears by heaven swears by the throne of God and by him who is seated on it.”
In Volume One, Anne a lay apostle has nailed spot on how we should all practice what Jesus has been trying to teach us all along:
"Jesus asks us to focus on people’s strengths and attributes, rather
than their flaws. Shining a light on someone’s good qualities is like sunshine
on plants. It makes them grow. If we focus on their flaws, or negative qualities,
it has the same effect in a negative way. We must practice being supportive
and not critical, even in the face of the faults of others."
Lay apostles, don't waste precious time and energy holding grudges, harboring anger, or lashing out at those closest to you. It's time. Time to make a positive change in this world by focusing on others in need. It's time to stop being the "victim" and begin actions of compassion. The more given in service to others, the more graces He rewards to heal our own woundedness.
Thank you, Lord, for teaching me how to focus on the good and getting past all the old wounds and hurts. I am a work in progress, but my eyes are more in focus now!
God bless,
Bonnie
Lay apostles, don't waste precious time and energy holding grudges, harboring anger, or lashing out at those closest to you. It's time. Time to make a positive change in this world by focusing on others in need. It's time to stop being the "victim" and begin actions of compassion. The more given in service to others, the more graces He rewards to heal our own woundedness.
Thank you, Lord, for teaching me how to focus on the good and getting past all the old wounds and hurts. I am a work in progress, but my eyes are more in focus now!
God bless,
Bonnie
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