As spring unfolds I find a growing desire to make
space. Sometimes it is literally making
space as I spring clean at home or settle into my recently moved office at
work. Daily I make space in my schedule
for prayer, appointments, walking, or time with friends. More recently the invitation to make space is
in my own attitudes and perspectives.
In the
shifting of my internal attitudes and perspectives I become keenly aware of the
challenge of being stretched in my understanding to create space for a wider
perspective. In this space, I come to
see possibility where the view was once limited. In this space, compassion is fostered towards
others and self as we mutually work with our respective attitudes and
perspectives. In this space, moments are
graced with God’s presence and the movement of the Spirit.
Perhaps
this is the beauty of spring… for how can I doubt the possibility of change and
growth as spring’s beauty leads to summer and supports both my external and
internal work to create more space for God’s work in my own life.
Sr. Kimberly Porter, OSB
Your words make me think about Jesus talking about the pearl of great price and the treasure in the field.
ReplyDeleteIf we create the space to stay focused on this truth (which will take a lifetime) and if we persevere to always "begin again", I believe we can help to build up the kingdom of God.
What a wonderful post. Everyday we make space for our daily routine and weekly we make space for family gatherings, cleaning the house, washing the car etc. We should never forget to make space for ourselves and the God.
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