If the Spirit of God dwells within us there will always be the struggle with self. He is the Hound of Heaven who howls in our souls at the light of Christ that shines in our darkness. In Romans chapter 7 Paul speaks of this struggle. In Philippians he speaks about working out our salvation with fear and trembling. This journey is not some head trip of faith alone, to paraphrase James. It is a heart, mind, body, and soul expedition too. It is touch and taste, thus, His Body and Blood and all of the Sacraments. Everything is about being one with Him and He with us. The Father never slumbers. NEVER! His craving is for total union with us and we with Him. He is like a mad man in love with His creation, and yet, He woos us like a lovesick lover. The Incarnation is His ultimate love letter. God is the woman who found her lost penny, we are that penny! St. John of the Cross took the Song of Songs to heart. He realized that Jesus is our Groom and we must spend every waking hour preparing our heart, mind, soul, and body for His arrival. This is truly the greatest love story ever told. And by grace, we get to love Him as much as we can. Lord help us love You more!
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