By Bill Harkins, Mobile, Ala. - St. Ignatius
Like all of us, I work to live up to my commitments, especially as a Catholic husband, father and son. We at the Men of St. Joseph share views and thoughts every Tuesday that help me in this struggle. Each week I am impressed with the knowledge of our Faith that my Tuesday morning team-mates possess. I don’t always appreciate it as I should, but I know the Holy Spirit is talking through them to me. I just have to listen.
How do these guys gain the knowledge they have about Scripture and Tradition? Some have the gift to understand issues immediately upon reading about or discussing them. Others have to read and re-read Faith filled texts and articles in order to develop their knowledge. Their gift is the discipline to devote time to study. There are even people today, as throughout the history of the Church, who receive knowledge and wisdom directly from God. We can’t choose the gifts our Lord presents us for our journey, but we are obligated to take full advantage of them.
I challenge all Men of St. Joseph to really contemplate their gifts. How do you gain insight about the Catholic Church? How do we apply what we learn? How do we use our gifts to influence others to make decisions that will move them toward heaven? Take advantage of your gifts to learn more. Be inquisitive. Read. Ask questions of those you know who have a solid understanding of what it means to be a Catholic in today’s world. Devote time to your study and apply what you learn. You will be rewarded greatly.
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