Tuesday of the Thirteenth Week in Ordinary Time
We encounter many personal storms in our lives. These could include suffering an unexpected loss of a loved one, or other emotional, spiritual, or physical hardships. These storms follow a particular pattern: The storms are usually unavoidable. They will pass away, but they are very frightening at the time.
The Lord is in control. He has power over the winds and the sea—and also over our very lives. We must place our trust entirely in the Lord, and the more we can trust Him, the better we can handle what comes our way.
The violent storm hit the disciples while they were on the sea, but the important thing is that they were in the boat with Jesus, and they called upon Him for assistance. We remain in the boat and safe when we have a strong prayer life and stay close to Christ and the Sacraments. If we drift away or foolishly try to get out and swim on our own, then we experience far more dangerous challenges. May we trust that whatever storm we encounter, no matter how violent, we place our trust entirely in Jesus Christ.
Reflection by Fr. Paul Sheller, OSB
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