Kyknet Lent Guide 2022Sample

Why am I here?

In an old Jewish tale, it is said that God had a meeting with each of us before our birth. On this occasion, He asked you whether you would be willing to come to earth and perform a certain task that He had for you. For many of us, the task might seem small and trivial, like raising a child. In preparation for this task, He gives us parents, circumstances and many experiences. Some of these experiences are painful, but necessary. On that occasion, you answered “yes” and He assigned an angel to accompany you on your life’s journey. (Read Matt. 18:10). The angel placed his finger on your lips – which is where the dent in your top lip comes from – and at that very moment, you forgot everything about the meeting and agreement. Your main task in life now is to remember and to obey.

So many of the lessons on this subject echoes in Jesus’ teachings. He calls us: “Follow me!” We need to wake up to this; we are here with a specific purpose. This is why nothing that happens to us is insignificant. He causes all things to work together for good.

How can we remember and wake up to hear His call? Perhaps one of the first steps is to become aware of the movements within us, when we hear the stories of others who were called by God and see how they give their lives for someone or something greater than themselves.

Reflection

What part of this story stirs your imagination? Could you perhaps share this story with someone today?

Grace

Lord, I ask for the grace to awaken to my life-work.