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Someone recently compared living our faith to driving a boat: the captain can steer the boat only if it’s moving. Similarly, God can guide us as long as we’re trying to do what’s good in any particular situation.
This is a fitting analogy, but what does that look like in our everyday lives? It means if we keep moving – if we’re mindful of the people around us, if we remember that Christ is with us at all times to empower us, if we keep trying to do what’s good – we’ll make forward progress in bearing fruit. We’ll bring the kingdom of God – Love and Peace – to earth. When we show all people that they are loved, we bring peace to ourselves and the people around us.
Keep moving. Are you feeling a bit empty or unfulfilled? Are you looking for a way to give a little more to your community? Keep moving. Don’t let uncertainty stifle you. Do what you believe is the next best thing. Even if you’re not sure which way to go, do something good. Look for where there’s a need. Take the first step and let God guide you. Notice when there’s an opportunity to say or do something kind – something that offers the love of Christ to another person. Even small gestures may seem insignificant to you but actually might touch someone’s heart in ways you’ll never know about.
Bearing fruit requires reaching out and going out – out of ourselves, out of our comfort zones, out of our way – to speak a kind word, offer a helping hand, and share our material goods with those in need. We’re mindful of each moment and each situation as it comes. We keep our eyes and hearts open to others. We pray mindfully and let the power of Christ influence how we love our neighbor.
Let our Lord steer your ‘boat’ toward Him and His peace. If you keep moving and keep trying, He’ll direct you.
Let Him guide your thoughts, words, and actions. Let Him lead you with His grace and power to bring His Love and Peace to you and your part of the world.
“I chose you and appointed you to go and bear fruit that will last.”
– John 15:16
“Lord, guide me toward You and what You want me to do.”
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