Tuesday, March 15, 2016

Can I Come? - A Lenten Minute for Mar. 15

“Where I am going you cannot come.” - John 8:21

Whether we would like to admit it or not, there is a pang in our hearts when we are told that for one reason or another that we are not allowed to go somewhere that others can, especially if we want to be with them, or if we really want to see the destination.  The feeling is tantamount to that of being rejected personally, and can make us feel insecure even when we understand the reason for being left behind.  Too often, however, our not going along has to more do with ourselves than others.  We are left behind because we CHOOSE to remain behind - because we are afraid, or indecisive, or have not prepared to meet the requirements for the journey, or for some other personal reason. Our choice.  As we enter Holy Week next week, we should ask ourselves whether or not we can go with Jesus on His journey to Calvary.  We may be afraid, or maybe we feel unprepared.  But Jesus shows us the destination is worth the journey.  Can you pick up your own cross and make the trip?

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