'Did not he who made the outside make the inside too?'
Luke 11:37-41
The COLW formation model is rooted in the journey of inner transformation. This gospel reminds me that no matter what sort of 'practices' we do, how many courses or retreats, novenas or fast days we complete, we need to be so attentive that we're not just polishing our crockery!
Jesus is waiting to enter into our souls, deeply and lovingly, to heal, change and perfect us. He wants us to be full of life and joy to the full. If we will be open to His will for us in the small things of each day, listening to His word and allowing Him to teach us, our cup will be clean on the inside too.
Jesus told the Pharisees to give alms for what they have. What are our alms today? What are we to give? As we pray and listen and ask what we are to give, let's ask Our Lady to teach us how to say our 'yes' to the Lord today.
Jesus, help us to be open to learning, humble to listen and really teachable. Help us to let you clean the inside of our cup, the deep places in our hearts, and make us yours.
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