Counsel and Help
Colossians 3:16
“God has made it possible for man to seek counsel from others; it would be presumptuous folly on his part not to make use of God’s offer.”
—SANCTORUM COMMUNIO
Total self-sufficiency is a myth. And the idea that we need only God’s help in our difficulty is a spiritualization, for we also need to turn to our brothers and sisters for help and encouragement. What constantly must be avoided, however, is that we turn to our friends for help when we should turn to God. What is equally unhelpful is that we turn to God, but fail to see the helpers that are readily at hand. The beginning of help is to come to the appropriate helper.
Prayer
Lord, help me to be open at all times to Your guidance and encouragement, and grant that I may be willing to seek out those who can challenge, enrich, and help me. Amen.
What is your prayer thought for today’s lesson?