"The way of Jesus only can be walked with Jesus." (P.156)
The words of Henri Nouwen are often profound in their simplicity. At times we make the gospel message more complicated than it is, leaning more on our own understanding and interpretation instead of listening for the voice of the Lord. The statement quoted above reminds us that we are nothing apart from Christ. "I am the vine, you are the branches," Jesus said. "Abide in me... for apart from me, you can do nothing." To love others as Christ loves is impossible apart from walking with Jesus. John wrote, "We love because God first loved us." To experience God's love and mercy empowers the follower of Christ to live and love in that mercy...regardless. For today or tomorrow, ponder deeply this love and mercy, and walk with Jesus wherever you go.
JKA
No comments:
Post a Comment