Shedding a Little Light

"Nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom. There will be powerful earthquakes, famines, and plagues from place to place; and impressive sights and mighty signs will come from the sky.” Luke 21: 10

“We hear that some are conducting themselves among you in a disorderly way, by not keeping busy but minding the business of others.” 2 Thess 3: 11

Today’s readings speak to us of end times. The time will come when all we have left is today. We will no longer be able to put off something until tomorrow.

How can there be peace in the world, when we cannot even have peace in our own homes?

How can we expect our leaders to respect other leaders and their cultures, when we do not respect each other in our own communities? When we judge each other by race, creed, color, etc.? When we cannot even have differing opinions in our own homes?

How can there be justice in the world, when we do not even treat each other fairly at work or in our circles of friends and family?

How can we hope to change the world, when we cannot even effect change in our own families?

This week, be that change. Change the world by beginning at home. Bring peace where there is anger or resentment. Learn to listen more carefully and openly so that you can respect the opinions of those around you, even if you do not agree. Treat those around you fairly, with appropriate consequences and rewards. Do not wait for tomorrow. Tomorrow is not promised. Start today.

Pray for God’s grace to accomplish these things and keep your hope in the Lord. It is the way to …

Keep Living in the Light

Bernie