I want to change the world! Lord, begin by changing me.
Tuesday, May 7, 2013 at 8:03AM My great friend @EtiennePiek69 gave a great gift about a year and half ago 'Common prayer: A liturgy for ordinary radicals'. I have used it almost daily as my devotional guide. The liturgies and reflections for each day are a remarkable blessing to me.
In my quiet time this morning I came across this quote which spoke to me directly. Perhaps it may speak to you?
We have real difficulty here because everyone thinks of changing the world, but where, oh where, are those who think of changing themselves? People may genuinely want to be good, but seldom are they prepared to do what it takes to produce the inward life of goodness that can form the soul. Personal formation into the likeness of Christ is arduous and lifelong.
- Richard Foster (American Quaker and writer).
Have a truly blessed day today! May the Lord grant me courage and discipline to be changed, even as I desire to change the world!
