The world promises rewards that are temporal and insignificant, and these are pursued with great longing. I promise rewards that are eternal and unsurpassable, yet the hearts of mortals respond sluggishly.
Thomas a Kempis in The Imitation of Christ
What are you pursuing? To make more money? To get to the top of the corporate ladder? I think of the things I want: a secure job, a new car, a new computer and how much I long for them. To God’s rewards, though, my heart responds sluggishly — as if I am not really awake.
Awaken my heart, Lord, to respond with longing, with fervor for Your eternal rewards. Amen.
