of a priestly family in Anathoth, in the land of Benjamin.
The word of the LORD came to me thus:
Before I formed you in the womb I knew you,
before you were born I dedicated you,
a prophet to the nations I appointed you.
“Ah, Lord GOD!” I said,
"I know not how to speak; I am too young.”
But the LORD answered me,
Say not, “I am too young.”
To whomever I send you, you shall go;
whatever I command you, you shall speak.
Have no fear before them,
because I am with you to deliver you, says the LORD.
Then the LORD extended his hand and touched my mouth, saying,
"See, I place my words in your mouth!
This day I set you
over nations and over kingdoms,
To root up and to tear down,
to destroy and to demolish,
to build and to plant.
REFLECTION
Have no fear before them,
because I am with you to deliver you, says the LORD.
St Makhluf, born in Lebanon, became a monk then a priest. Following the Desert Fathers, he lived for 23 years as a hermit.
Leaving the wretched world to live the Mass, he wanted to live closer to God. St Makhluf found solace in his solitude. He found God and was at peace with Jesus living in his heart.
Imagine how he accomplished this. Daily conversations with God, leading to increased faith. Imagine Christ taking care of all your cares, worries, and not relying on the world to lead you to happiness. Complete abandonment!!
Imagine being loved and loving as well. He promised to be with us and will always be by our side. Seek Him and you will find Him.
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