All week long, we read in Mark’s Gospel accounts of Jesus traveling from city to city, town to town, changing people’s lives. He heals the sick, gives sight to the blind, speech to the mute, peace to those possessed, and hope to those who are ill.
Everywhere he travels, people are amazed. They are transfixed by his teachings and moved by his actions. Through this son of a carpenter, the people see the Kingdom of God revealed. Through Jesus, they can see the hope of what has been promised for generations.
As I read ahead to the week’s readings, it made me realize how many times the presence of God is revealed in my life each week. Through the prayers of children, the conversations around the dinner table, interactions with coworkers, and opportunities to share in the Eucharistic celebration, opportunities abound.
It also made me realize how many times I miss the obvious. As we head towards the season of Lent, my prayer will be that I slow down and pay attention; that I stop looking for excuses and start seeing Jesus.
We cannot give what we do not have. How can I possibly expect to bring Jesus to others if I fail to see him in the everyday?
~pjd