“One of the most difficult things to grasp is seeing the eternal God within others and ourselves. The truth today is that God is still here, but we are often blind to him. The Celtic monk Pelagius said that God is visible, because everywhere ‘narrow shafts of divine light pierce the Veil that separates heaven from earth.’ Praying for the ability to see with fresh eyes is a simple but profound prayer. Again, Pelagius said, ‘The presence of God’s spirit in all living things is what makes them beautiful; and if we look with God’s eyes, nothing on the earth is ugly.’“
Seeing with fresh eyes can really be a blessing. My word for 2026 has been wonder so I’ve been wondering and pondering and standing in awe of God’s creation.
