Revelations are not always positive. In a particular situation, the more I know, the less I understand. Another’s rhetoric is strong, consistent. The body language tells a story of strong intent. If one stopped here, hope would appear to be emerging with confidence. In context, the revelation is distressing. Decisions, choices, and actions tell a story that is not in sync. Each revelation is forcing me to take a fresh look at where I have placed my trust. I want to believe, yet the evidence is challenging my initial faith.
As I wrestle with the reveal, I find myself looking in the mirror. What I find is an echo which repeats in the story of anyone wanting to be better than s/he was yesterday. To anyone on this journey, I would offer the following Whispers.
Every mirror will tell a story of great achievement as well as failures, known and unknown. In moments of denial, I hear the old question repeating in many forms; “haven’t you segregated God’s children and proved that you are judges who can’t be trusted?” (James 2.4) When I look with open eyes, there is always a trail of black and white.
The important question is never about the past which is written or the future which is unknown. You and I only have the time which is now. It is in this moment that we reveal our heart. We tell the story of what is most important, especially in those moments when nobody is looking or appears to care. The choice is not always clear. We are called to do what we can, learn from what follows, and act again.
The more transparent we are, especially with ourselves, the more likely we are to seek help beyond ourselves. It is in candor that I find the motivation to ask for help. It is in my awareness of my weakness that I rely on others to share the journey. It is in humility that I understand the value of the priceless gifts of care, kindness, and compassion.
Revelations are calls to action.
