"There are many times when I cannot pray, when I am too tired to read the gospels, too restless to have spiritual thoughts, too depressed to find words for God, or too exhausted to do anything. But I can still look at ... images so intimately connected with love.”
Nouwen, H.J.M., Behold the Beauty of the Lord: Praying with Icons, Ave Maria Press, 1987. p.12
Pray and ask to see this cross with fresh insights, and to perceive, discern and receive the thoughts of God spoken to you today.
What in this cross do I resonate with - or what caused dissonance in me?
Spend 3-5 minutes pondering what strikes you in God's presence.
What do I see here of Jesus’ story?
What do I see here that shows me God's character?
Gaze at the cross again - and ask yourself and God:
How is God calling me to respond to these thoughts today?
What does God call me to do or enact?
What does God desire me to embrace or release?
Close in Prayer:
Acknowledge and thank our God revealed
Acknowledge and discuss with God what was revealed to you, and how it impacts your life, and your relationship with God.