Christy Gabriel's Blog – February 2013 Archive (22)

“Whoever does not accept the reign of God like a little child, shall not take part in it.” Mk.10:15

Reflection:

   How little God demands of us in order to enter into His kingdom: ingenuity, fidelity, and a child’s humility! Yet He demands much prayer and effort to overcome human pride.

   The Kingdom of God cannot be bought, cannot be obtained by human force, cannot be seized by cunning. It is given as a gift to those who have a childlike spirit.  …

“You are the salt of the earth.” Mt.5:13

Reflection:

   I am not alone in the world. Rather I have been born into a large community of souls to whom I have obligations, not only as a human being but as a child of God.

   Do I realize that I can be an influence for good but also for evil in the world, and that on the day of the last judgment God will not only judge my own soul, but also the souls of my neighbors?

Prayer:

   “My Lord…