Monday, June 13, 2005
MATTHEW 18:1-5, 10
There are many books and stories about angels. There are also many people who believe in their existence and power in our lives. In today's first reading, God specifically tells about the angels that He sent to help the Israelites in their return to the Promised Land.
Guardian angels not only execute the will of God in our lives, but they are here to support, protect us and lead us, if we choose, to the Kingdom of God. They stand in between God and us. They work through our intellect, imagination, senses and will.
My experience with my guardian angel is a personal one. My family was involved in numerous car accidents or home-based accidents but always escaped with only minor cuts, bruises and injuries. After these events, we reflected on what might have happened otherwise, and what could have resulted in more serious injury or loss of life. But each time, we experienced the protection of the guardian angel, ever watching over our welfare. Perhaps some would say, "It's just luck". But perhaps these are times when we most need to give thanks to the Lord and the guardian angels for their love and support, and perhaps these situations where we need to reflect on what we still need to do for the Lord.
Today, how aware are we of the angels around us? What are their roles in our lives? Have they been guardians, messengers, or perhaps the path that leads us to the Kingdom of God?
It is easy for children to trust. They are wholly dependent on adults. They possess innocence and have a child-like attitude to different situations. Perhaps the Gospel today reminds us that we too need to have the same childlike faith, innocence and trust towards the Lord. The angels may lead us to the Kingdom of God, but when we have fully realized these childlike qualities are we ready to truly accept His Kingdom.
Guardian angels not only execute the will of God in our lives, but they are here to support, protect us and lead us, if we choose, to the Kingdom of God. They stand in between God and us. They work through our intellect, imagination, senses and will.
My experience with my guardian angel is a personal one. My family was involved in numerous car accidents or home-based accidents but always escaped with only minor cuts, bruises and injuries. After these events, we reflected on what might have happened otherwise, and what could have resulted in more serious injury or loss of life. But each time, we experienced the protection of the guardian angel, ever watching over our welfare. Perhaps some would say, "It's just luck". But perhaps these are times when we most need to give thanks to the Lord and the guardian angels for their love and support, and perhaps these situations where we need to reflect on what we still need to do for the Lord.
Today, how aware are we of the angels around us? What are their roles in our lives? Have they been guardians, messengers, or perhaps the path that leads us to the Kingdom of God?
It is easy for children to trust. They are wholly dependent on adults. They possess innocence and have a child-like attitude to different situations. Perhaps the Gospel today reminds us that we too need to have the same childlike faith, innocence and trust towards the Lord. The angels may lead us to the Kingdom of God, but when we have fully realized these childlike qualities are we ready to truly accept His Kingdom.
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