Wednesday, February 28
The Request of James and John
Matthew 20:17-28
Glory
In our youth we find our worth through a report card,
athletic skills, popularity and wins of various sorts.
Then the status of our alma mater, the size of our paycheck,
the prize of our spouse, titles and professional accolades.
But when maturity ripens, we realize the only authentic glory
is born and lives in love, only love, always love.
When maturity directs our choices, we trade professional
achievement for family time, service outside the home
for the intimate sacred everyday precious.
And if we are particularly blessed,
the ripening will come sooner than later,
while we still have the energy and time of youth,
and the privilege of living our purpose much longer than most.
A glorious life indeed.