In the spiritual lore of India, it is said that the Lord whispered only one word in our ears when he sent us into the world: 'Give.' Eknath Easwaran, "Words to Live By," March 29.
My morning's "ah-ha" is that I need to give by not attaching...give no credence to incoming blame, shame, disrespect, or hostile humor...give out respectful silence, starting in my mind with the first aborning thought.
According to me, "I stand at the door and knock" is the I of me, knocking, needing to be let out. An arrow of hostility is aimed at me, and, through daily discipline, I can open the door to let Me catch the arrow and return it as love.
My entire part in this process is to silently repeat my "thank you" and stay out of My way.
God loves me so much...I return that love by doing that love. Uh-oh.
Thank you.
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