If you're like me, your life sometimes seems to be so occupied that you're barely able to keep up with the number of things that keep getting added to the to do list. When our minds are so cluttered with the things we have to do, we often are unable to appreciate the things that are happening right in front of us. This is the lesson for today: be aware.
The gospel passage that is suggested for today speaks of an encounter that Jesus had with ten lepers (cf Lk 17:11-19). When he saw them he immediately wanted to heal them, yet there is no description of the miracle he performed. All he said to them was: Go, show yourselves to the priests (Lk 17:14), simple words issuing a simple request. In their haste to make their way, most of them were unaware of the fact that Jesus has already given them a gift. Only one who became aware of this gift came back to give thanks (cf Lk 17:15-16). I wonder whether the others even realized what had happened.
It takes a lot of work to be aware of the subtle things going on around us, and not to allow ourselves to get caught up with always being concerned about the future, or about expectations and plans, or about everything that has to be done. Try today to be aware of the present moment. You might be surprised at what you discover.
Have a great day.
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