Wednesday, April 12, 2023

Nouwen Meditation: God’s Love Casts Out All Fears

Now & Then Podcast

As an Easter treat, we are featuring Henri Nouwen himself in this very special episode of Henri Nouwen, Now & Then. Recorded almost 40 years ago, Henri's message is timely, meaningful, and challenging as he passionately reminds us of who we belong to and why we are sent into the world to serve.

DAILY MEDITATION | APRIL 12, 2023
God’s Love Casts Out All Fears
Our inclination is to show our Lord only what we feel comfortable with. But the more we dare to reveal our whole trembling self to him, the more we will be able to sense that his love, which is perfect love, casts out all our fears.

Therefore, Lord, I promise I will not run away, not give up, not stop praying, even when it all seems useless, pointless, and a waste of time and effort. I want to let you know that I love you even though I do not feel loved by you, and that I hope in you even though I often experience despair. Let this be a little dying I can do with you and for you as a way of experiencing some solidarity with the millions in this world who suffer far more than I do.
“When I said, ‘My foot is slipping,’ your unfailing love, Lord, supported me.”

PSALM 94:18 (NIV)
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