ALIVE AND FULL OF JOY

Br. David Steindl-Rast, ninety-seven year old Benedictine monk wrote:

“Gratefulness has three steps: not missing the opportunity, appreciating the opportunity, and using or enjoying the opportunity. By this method we come fully alive, full of joy, which is what we are all longing for.”

It requires a certain level of being present to recognize and process opportunity. Not missing any of these steps becomes our practicum for fully living.

Not missing the opportunity.
Appreciating the opportunity.
Using and enjoying the opportunity.

By using this method our opportunities may come more than go… as opportunities do come and go.

“But this will give you an opportunity to tell about me. Make up your minds not to worry ahead of time about what you will say. I will give you the wisdom to say things that none of your enemies will be able to stand against or prove wrong.” Jesus