My Mathematics teacher once told me to keep doing the exercises after I got his explanations both in the classroom and at home. By getting familiar with the variations of the questions and problems, a student than might be able to master the topic well. With diligence and eagerness in practicing, the student will have a clear picture when they are given the exam questions to do. One of the factors which I observe involved in this process is the anticipation of the student. The student is able to anticipate various pitfalls and variations in the problems, even when it's in high level.When I reflect on this, I can see that it's absolutely important to be mindful and attentive toward the Lord in this life. Only in Him and His commandments is the true light found to face many pitfalls in our days. Just like a student who learns and patiently gives attention to what he's doing and discerns the knowledge, he thus will be able to anticipate the pitfalls and various forms of obstacles in the problems. Being watchful is an important part of this attentiveness.
"Watch ye, stand fast in the faith, quit you like men, be strong..." 1 Cor. 16:15.
It's very important for us to have our days being filled with the truth from the Holy Scriptures, not partly, let it be in the Lord's mercy, wholly both in mind and mouth and heart. For it is out of his heart man brings forth the treasures of actions, so let our heart being vessel of Lord's grace, a living scroll.
I personally find that morning is such a beautiful moment to be silent and receiving blessings from the Holy Scriptures. Yet, honestly when I had hurried morning, it would be hard to have that beautiful moment, yet the alternative is to read an excellent blog consisting the Scripture reading from Abbot Tryphon, "The Morning Offering", which you may also click on this blog's side bar.
At some cases, the rest of the day could be great as well. Just like my beloved Dad used to say, "just catch the moment and be attentive." It would be very great for us to taste how sweet and refreshing the words of God are for our souls. I really pray that we can have such blessing from the Lord to listen and live the Holy commandments because He is our God!
Glory to You, O God! Glory to You!
Simple but true reflections, and thanks for posting them. Your thoughts and scripture have refreshed my mind this morning.
ReplyDeleteBy the way, when you visit us here, we can go to see Fr Tryphon at his monastery. It is only about 4 hours drive from here.
ReplyDeleteNice. that would be great! ;)
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