“Joseph, son of David,
do not be afraid to take Mary as your wife.”
—Matthew 1.20
Mary was nowhere near ready
to say yes
and she said yes.
Joseph was ready to say no
and he said yes.
The magi had to set a lot aside.
Even the shepherds had to get up and go.
Faith is not in knowing
but in willingness.
O Sparkling Darkness,
you nudge us now and then.
You offer openings,
often disguised as closures.
Give us grace to attend,
and to say yes.
Brother Joseph says:
do not be afraid to marry the mystery.
Breath prayer:
Marry … the mystery
__________________
Steve Garnaas-Holmes
Unfolding Light
www.unfoldinglight.net
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