" Off the Rails"5/23/2024 Thursday of the 7th Week in OT
I chose the photo of myself meditating on the rail tracks from a trip through the Scottish countryside. I’m sure it is James’ letter in which he is constantly “railing” about one thing or another. His “railing” is often addressed to the rich who have no concern for their poor neighbors and make a living off the. They indulge themselves and only want more. James’ “railing” is certainly timely when we think of the one percent of the population who possess the majority of the wealth in our country, and the inequality between rich and poor nations as Matt pointed out in his talk on Global Health. The word “railing” in the sense that I’m using it in reference to James’ letter, comes from a Latin word meaning “bellowing.” You can almost hear James bellowing in today’s reading. But, as you know, there is another meaning of the “railing.” It’s a support, or something to hold on to. Just the other day my friend Barbara Braver said to me “I’m so grateful for railings!” as she climbed the steps into my residence at Campion. It’s always good to have something or someone to hold onto! Sometimes, it feels like our lives have gone “off the rails.” We are not in control because of age, illness, or other personal issues. It’s a gift to know there are people who are able to help us get back “on the rails” through their love and support. Will you take some time today to be grateful for the people in your life who are the “railings” you hold onto and help to keep you on track? And is that what the Holy Spirit does for us?
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