Hidden in the words of poetry lie the depth of our faith and the mystery of God. When Desiderius Erasmus wrote the following words, he drew us into the inner sanctum of his heart and soul, allowing us a moment to reflect and worship. I pray that this poem may speak to you today.
"Sever me from myself that I may be grateful to You;
May I perish to myself that I may be safe in You;
May I die to myself that I may live in You;
May I wither to myself that I may blossom in You;
May I be emptied of myself that I may abound in You;
May I be nothing to myself that I may be all to You."
Philippians 1:21 - For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain.
Living in Grace
D3LM3
2 comments:
'The letting go...' is a hard act to follow. Oh, we creatures of habit!
Brother Lawrence - 'The Practice of the Presence of God' - Do everything for the love of God, no matter how simple the task.
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