May We Perceive You
God’s ways and wisdom are beyond human understanding. Apostle Paul quotes from the Old Testament (Isaiah 29:14) to emphasize that God’s ways transcend our understanding and the message of the cross challenges conventional notions of power and wisdom. The passage suggests that intelligence can run an interference in comprehending the message of the Gospel and indeed trusting God’s plan for the world.
God seems to confound human sensibility with something foolish or overly simple. This serves to humble the intellectual pride of humanity and point to the divine knowing and nature of God’s plan, embodied in the act of Jesus’ sacrifice.
God of Mystery, may we perceive You with open hearts before discerning minds. May we accept the wonder and wisdom of your heavenly plan here on earth, and answer the call to be faithful to You. Amen
Kirsten Bowles