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Daily Reflections from “The Word Among Us”
Daily Reflection for Thursday May 28
John 17:20-26
I pray ... that they may all be one. (John 17:20-21)
Imagine yourself in that upper room with Jesus. He knows He will not be in this world much longer. He knows the pressures His disciples will face in His absence. As He looks around the room, He sees Simon the Zealot and Matthew the tax collector. Would they be able to stay united once He was gone? Even the brothers James and John, or Peter and Andrew, might go separate ways. And what about the people who would come to believe through their word?
In those last hours, what was at the forefront of Jesus’ mind and heart? Unity. It can feel like an unattainable goal for us today. Granted, we can’t single-handedly resolve two thousand years of division in the Church. Disunity seems to be part of our human nature. In Jesus’ time, it was division between Gentiles and Jews. Then there was the division between the Church in the East and the West. Then came the division between Protestants and Catholics. On top of all that, there is even division between brothers and sisters in one family or parish. How can we possibly become one? How can clergy or religious make any lasting mark in the Church? And religious or clergy may see their own challenges or difficulties as limiting anything truly worthy of greatness in God’s kingdom. But none of these thoughts really reflect God’s view of any of us. Whenever we think about our legacy, we should remember that “nothing will be impossible for God” (Luke 1:37). There is so much work to be done, and God needs willing vessels; at every age and state in life; to help build His kingdom. Jesus can do mighty things through you. Why not give Him a chance? Let Him know about your thoughts, dreams, and desires. Tell Him how you want to leave a mark on the Church. Then, with humility, but with boldness pray “Here I am, Lord, I come to do Your will.” Whether it is intercession, parish service, caring for the poor, or something altogether different, go for it, and watch what God can do through you!
“Holy Spirit, pour out your power and strength on me so that I may accomplish more than I can ask or imagine.”
Psalm 16
John 17:1-11
