I finally finished grading the students’ papers. I must say it was tiring. Not sure if they would carefully read my feedback; nevertheless I have to do my part faithfully.
This blog is different from my “Good Fight” blog. It is as if being a cheerful helper is optional. It is not urgent, not life or death. I am not as desperate soliciting for prayer support. This blog has become more of a personal spiritual discipline, helping me anchor and reflect so that I am not lost in busy activities. It keeps me accountable to you somehow, whoever you maybe.
This week I made a commitment to the Lord - to trust that the Holy Spirit’s leading is sufficient and that I only need to respond accordingly. I am so keenly aware of the limitations of my “analytical” mind. I cannot figure out many things – relationships, group dynamics, future plans, research projects, health management, etc.. Well this commitment should in some way be expected for Christ's followers! I have a renewed understanding as I ponder on Mary (and the Magnificat) during this Christmas season. Her response to the Angel Gabriel was amazing: “I am the Lord’s servant,” Mary answered. “May your word to me be fulfilled.” (Luke 1: 38) She embraced the blessed call with the most humble heart, without trying to fathom beyond what she was told.
In the Magnificat: “He has scattered the proud in the imagination of their hearts.”(New King James) OR [He has scattered those who are proud in their inmost thoughts. (NIV)] (Luke 1:51)
Dear Lord, scatter my proud imaginations. Purify my innermost thoughts and feelings! Help me not to try figure things out as if I can comprehend Your perfect will. Rather help me become your servant cheerfully, waiting for Your will to be fulfilled.
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