Love in action

Today's reflection was not really a reflection (in the normal sense of the word). Rather is was kind of an overview of the week to come. Now, I've heard of 'the week in review' referring to a period that has already passed, but when it comes to looking forward, we usually call that advertising.

Be that as it may, the truth is that our hearts can be and often are fickle. Thank goodness when we look to the promises made by God, there's absolutely no room for unpredictable change of heart like this, except if it's to move from obstinacy to mercy. This week invites us to look again at our own hardness of heart, and better yet, to allow our hearts to be changed by the one who has the power to change them into 'hearts of flesh'.

There is time this week for deep love, for friendship that pours out in generosity, for betrayal, for woundedness, for a trial or two, for a long walk with a heavy load, for the irony of crucifixion for the carpenter, and for a miracle beyond all miracles that leaves some befuddled while others rejoice. Find some time. You won't regret it.