Thin Places

There are moments in life when God feels so close that I am overwhelmed with his presence. Last week, floating on a northern Saskatchewan lake surrounded by blue sky and water, green forest and bright sunshine I had one of those moments. I turned my heart towards God in peaceful praise and felt the embrace of his love. But what about those other moments when life is full, demands are pressing, and stress is rising? How do we meet God then?

In this week’s teaching, Jesus calls us to the secret place to meet with God and gives us a guide to follow as we come away to pray. And you know what, I think he was serious. He said, “pray this way” because he wants us to “pray this way.” And as we do, we receive the reward of his intimate transforming presence amidst everyday life. This Sunday, come hear and answer his call.