Dance With Me

As I sit here in front of God and contemplate what is in store for me in the coming months, I sometimes feel a bit of fear and trepidation.  Not only do I feel wary about the future but of the consequences of what I may say and do today.  Feeling this way in no measure constitutes a dereliction of my duties to my family and to Christ but is a constant reminder of why I seek forgiveness.

Looking at yourself in a mirror can be frightening and at its worst, self-fulfilling.  We can make things happen to us that end up in the results we seek.  So be careful of what you wish for, you just may get it!

This journey of self-reflection is probably what Jesus went through during his 40 nights in the desert.  It is what we experience each day as we go through our lives.  Jesus reminds us not to live in the past but to embrace the moment.  He looked at life in such a way, as innocent as a lamb but with the heart of a lion.

Maybe our journey can begin with this simple step.  Sometimes we forget about the simple things in life that are so meaningful to us that we lose sight of what is truly important – the warmth of home, family, friends and relatives long departed.  Those who are marginalized by society need us just as much.  You must remind yourself that is not about you, but it most certainly is all about Him.

If there is one thing Jesus asks us to reflect upon during Lent and this Easter season is of our own fallibilities and how we can better serve others.  It is in giving that we receive and in receiving that we become close to Him in His divine message.  For faith, hope, love and charity demand no less.  He invites us to be a partner with Him on our journey called life.  Jesus is asking, “Come and dance with Me”.

Dance with Me, I want to be your partner
Can't you see, the music is just starting?
Night is falling and I am calling
Dance with me.

 

Let it lift you off the ground
Starry eyes, and love is all around

I can take you where you want to go
Dance with Me, I want to be your partner
Can't you see, the music is just starting?
Night is falling and I am calling
Dance with me (Orleans, Lyrics, Asylum Records. 1975).

Let Him lead us to that perfect place and guide us on our way.  May the wind be forever at your back, may His love be with you throughout the year and may His peace be with you, always.