Today’s topic is “The Root of Patience.” Nouwen writes: “What seems a hindrance becomes a way; what seems an obstacle becomes a door; what seems a misfit becomes a cornerstone.”
Patience has always been difficult for me. To sit and wait and do nothing is particularly troublesome. I have found solace in the past few years in the lyrics, “Strength will rise as we wait upon the Lord; we will wait upon the Lord; we will wait upon the Lord.” The idea that being patient isn’t just about doing nothing, but rather getting ready, gathering strength, so that when God needs us to we can act.
Are you feeling “watchfully alert”?
The Advent readalong is using the book Advent and Christmas Wisdom from Henri J.M. Nouwen. Every day through January 5. Hop in any time.