November 1 & November 2 we celebrate all saints and all souls
I remember as a young child learning about these days and wondering what I was going to have to do to become a saint. Our pastor tells our congregation that we are all saints in the making and I agree. We are all given gifts and talents to use for good.
In Wizard of Oz when the munchkins meet Dorothy they ask her if she is a good witch or a bad witch. Her response is, "I am not a witch at all, I am Dorothy Gale from Kansas." That statement defines Dorothy. She knows who she is and understands that she is not good or bad she just is. I believe in order for us to really know ourselves we must know God. We must recognize the true love he has for us and believe we are who we are, because of Him. He has given us powers just like the Wizard to use for good. So we can choose to use our powers for good or evil just as Dorothy or the wicked witch did. Using our so called "powers" for good, enables us to continue to be more like God. We can continue to choose to make a difference and in that process become saints in the making. Our goal is not to do good only to become saints; but rather do good because we know the love we share with others can change the world. Love is very powerful!
This past week I read a book called, I walked to the moon and almost everybody waved.
I highly recommend it. Such a beautiful message about being who we are called to be. To use our powers for good and become Saints in the making. Living our lives for good will continue to make our world a better place for all who are in it.
Blessings for a wonderful day!
