Keep the focus on Jesus and not on ourselves. That’s my advice this week, as you’ll see in the below video contribution to An Ignatian Prayer Adventure, Week 6.
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Amen… this is easier said than done, even for those of us who love Jesus!
Fran,
Sad isn’t it? That things are easier said than done. I know exactly what you mean.
Paul
Sometimes the best words of advice are the shortest, as was the case with your message today – keep the focus on Jesus. Thanks.
Bob,
As Fran said (above), it is easier said than done… but still worth attempting.
Paul
ktfoj…
ditto to what Fran & Bob said, have a great week
Tim,
D’Oh! I sat here for several minutes trying to think what “ktfoj” meant!
Paul
The essence of our faith so simply put. Thank you.
Lynda,
Thank you. Please remind me of this when I get down on myself and on others.
Paul
Indeed.
Blogged about this one today.
Robin,
Why, thank you. I shall go and look at your blog.
Paul
Great advice…and perfectly timed. I think I will hang with Mark for the duration.
Annette,
In our 19th Annotation of the Spiritual Exercises group yesterday we read the entire Gospel of Mark together. It was an amazing experience.
Paul
Good advice, Paul. Thank you.
Claire,
Good advice? What is they say about a stopped clock being correct twice a day!
Paul
Thank you for your wonderful nuggets, Paul – so very helpful.
Susan,
Glad you found it helpful. I never know whether or not I’m doing something useful.
Paul
As Fran said, and as with so many things, sometimes easier said than done like all the best advice.
Simon,
Amen. Amen. Amen.
Paul
Good one! Joe Girzone who wrote all the Joshua/Jesus books wrote the once Cardinal Ratzinger, head of Congo for the Faith, a letter encouraging him and the Vat to focus more on the living Jesus and less on theology. Years later Pope Benny the 16th comes out with a trilogy on Jesus. Just sayin’.
Hey, what’s that el stop behind you? Just curious.
Mike,
Congo for the Faith. Love it.
Paul
Succint, simple and stunning thank you I’ll try.
Judy,
It can never hurt to try, can it?
Paul
Paul,
Thanks for the sound advice.
Tom
P.S. Were you excitedly pointing out that Jesus was on the passing El train? I thought I saw him on the A train the other day.
Love the P.S.
Tom (& Lynda),
I was, of course, being silly. Rosemary, who films these things, insists that she is preparing a blooper reel.
Paul
Having technological difficulties this week, so can only comment on the caption…………..have been spending time with my friend Mannie and the resolution that we’d come to is similar to what you’re saying! I swear sometimes you read my mind! Quite simply was: “Keep the focus on Christ and not on the cri-sis”. How perfectly uplifting to come here today and read this!!
And that, is the “short” version.
Emma,
You really wouldn’t want me to read your mind…
Paul
I don’t care if you go “in there”, just be forewarned, you might get lost. I do.
Thanks once again.
Kind of lost my balance, this helps with refocusing.
Carol,
We help each other. All the time.
Paul
Hi Fr. Paul,
Thanks for a simple and awesome message.
All the best
Phil
Phil,
Awesome? Somehow I doubt it. But I’m glad it helped.
Paul
Last evening, a friend shared that he is spending time this Lent by reading the New Testament. Your reflection, and the timing of hearing both messages makes me grateful..and in awe… to see…and to hear… the Spirit at work. Thank you.
Mairead,
I am humbled by your kind words and very grateful.
Paul
My son came down with a stomach bug on Sunday evening, and I was home with him Monday and Tuesday. Just catching up now.
The last bit of the video reminded me of something. Ever since we moved to a city with a light rail, whenever we see the train go by, I like to point to it, turn to my wife, and say, “Here comes the Light Rail!” I hope Robbie catches onto this as soon as he starts forming sentences.