by Lauren Muzyka, Executive Director, Sidewalk Advocates for Life
Verse(s): “Jesus asked him, ‘What do you want me to do for you?’ He replied, ‘Lord, please let me see.’ Jesus told him, ‘Have sight; your faith has saved you.'” — Luke 18:40-42
Reflection: Biblical scholars recognize that this passage regarding the blind man reaching out to Jesus is not just about the desire for physical site, but the ability to see spiritually. It was also necessary that the blind man present his request to the Lord.
Sometimes, in pro-life work, we get so wrapped up in our work and message that we forget to humble ourselves and make time to ask the Lord for the ability to truly see — through eyes of faith and right discernment — if we are still on track…Lord, am I loving to the best of my ability? Is my message still YOUR message? Are my motives for doing what I’m doing pure? Have I been humble in receiving criticism or ideas from others? Do you want me to do anything differently?
In other words, have I asked the Lord to help me see where I need to humble myself, improve and be a more faithful servant in this work — which is, ultimately, His work? If so, do I have the right disposition in that I’m willing to receive whatever he wants to share with me so much so that I’m willing to be corrected?
Faith Challenge: Let us — in some quiet time with the Lord this week — go before Him and examine ourselves, our motives and our tactics. Ask yourself: am I just as open to the difficult reply as I am the positive one?
Let us pray that everyone will know we belong to Him by our love — and the willingness to love His ways above any of our own (cf. — John 13:35).