Consider for a moment the people in your life who appear to be the most serene. There is a calmness about such people that can sometimes be mysterious and can at times draw us to ponder what it is that drives them. In most cases, those who are serene are well aware of who they are, what they do and why they do these things.
Jesus invites us to discover such serenity through the practice of some simple practices: When you give alms, do not blow a trumpet (Mt 6:2) ... when you pray, do not stand in public places so that others may see you (Mt 6:5) ... when you fast, do not put on gloomy looks (Mt 6:16). In other words, when you observe the practices that are meant to train you in becoming a follower of Jesus, do not make a show of it. Instead, let your actions be motivated by sincere desire to put your faith into action.
Who are the people in your life who provide such examples? Give thanks today for each of them and be aware of your own honesty in wanting to follow in the footsteps of our greatest Teacher. Before you know it, others will recognize your serenity ... and perhaps they too will want to be more faithful disciples.
Have a great day.
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