It s also clear that he was critical of people who dedicated their wealth to God as a way of denying their family responsibilities. Like any good Wisdom teacher, Jesus did not give simple rules for every occasion. We too must deepen the inward journey to sustain the outward journey of mission and ministry in a hurting world, otherwise our service will smack of duty or guilt and we will soon resent the receivers of our good intentions. Mother Theresa gave us a living example of someone who had done her inner work to such a deep level that she could experience the presence of Christ as gift in her work. The Seekers Church has embarked on a radical journey of trusting God s Spirit to speak from many lives.
Discernment is necessary.
Confession and forgiveness essential. The inward journey is a lifelong path for individuals and for the community as a whole. We will not long sustain our life together unless we take Wisdom s call as an invitation to deeper things. In our daily and weekly practice, we must learn to listen first for Wisdom instead of brilliance, power or seniority. We must feel God s Spirit move in our own hearts.