Colossians 4:1-6: The Apostolic Spirit
Thursday, September 22, 2022
If we are ever in doubt as to how we are to behave or how we are to act in any situation, today’s brief reflection tells us all we need to know . . . the Apostolic Spirit resides in our prayer and speech.
An apostle is watchful, thankful, perseveres in prayer and remains open to hearing the Word.
An apostle remains open to speaking this Word to others, and will also make the most of [every] opportunity to speak to outsiders.
Apostles live the mystery they are given. Apostles trust the creator in all circumstances. Apostles bring hope to hopeless situations. Apostles rebuke gently, love mercifully and always remain open to possibilities.
Apostles cannot carry this spirit in their hearts to hoard it for themselves. This spirit must be shared.
Apostles cannot remain silent when they are called speak.
Apostles cannot perform their mission alone; they must pray constantly and with others.
And so we pray:
God in heaven, God on earth, we know that we are your instruments for justice among your people. Speak to us today.
Joyful Christ, burdened Jesus, we know that you carry us up mountains and down on our journey. Pray for us today.
Holy Spirit, Loving Spirit, we know that you abide with always when we cry and when we laugh. Renew in us your Apostolic Spirit today.
May our lives enact the mercy and justice which we are shown. May we be the conveyors of Christ to the world. Amen.
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