"Come after me." Mk 1:17
The call to discipleship comes early in Mark's gospel. Jesus sees Simon and his brother Andrew, who were fishermen, working their trade. He calls them and they follow. Mark is clear, sharp and uncomplicated. The text suggests that Simon Peter and Andrew needed to follow the Lord immediately or they would be left behind.
What was it that attracted the first apostles to follow Jesus? Were they simply in the right place at the right time? Sometimes being in the right place means standing still, not rushing about anxiously simply because we are uncomfortable. Stilling ourselves, breathing deeply, becoming aware of everything and everyone around us is the foundation for good decisions. Only when we are quiet internally and externally are we able to hear others and God deeply.
Today, take five minutes of quiet to sit still, listen and ask for guidance.
What is the best advice you ever received about living your faith?
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