Yet we do the opposite: we find God among the impure instead of among the pure! We entertain the lost sheep instead of comforting those who think they are not lost. -- Fr. Richard Rohr, "Daily Meditation," October 20, 2016 (paraphrased)
From this I realize that whenever we perceive a contretemps in our life, it is necessary to walk toward it, never away, and through it, never around. The contretemps is the gift! Meet it with a brass band and shouts of hallelujah. How else did the walls of Jericho fall down?
We must seek God among the ungifts of life instead of the gifts. If we don't, we'll inevitably follow ego's dictates. Put plainly, we're taking our self too seriously again.
To laugh when the gimmick comes to us...to laugh and say "I'll pass" is all that is necessary.
Laugh first. Pass on it second.
Thank you.
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