Changes

Our lives are full of changes—some good and some not so good. Most of us dislike change; we often go kicking and screaming into a new way of thinking or a new way of doing things.

Nevertheless, we know that we will experience change from time to time.

Sometimes we even embrace change, especially when it improves our physical or emotional comfort.

We often make changes to improve our image and the way we look, with new clothes and new hairstyles. But while such changes may affect the way others see us, they are only one aspect of our being—the exterior.

Sometimes it is more difficult to embrace inner changes. Changing our inner selves begins with prayer.

Have we asked God to help us be free from hatred, resentment or from a lack of forgiveness? Have we asked to be free from fear or pride that can easily harm us and others?

Maybe Psalm 51, David’s prayer, is a good place for us to start: ‘Create in me a clean heart, O God, and put a new and right spirit within me.’

Prayer: Dear God of grace, thank you for the many blessings that have enriched our lives. Place a right and noble spirit within us. Help us remain close to you in the face of all the changes of our lives. Amen