"I, the LORD, alone probe the mind and test the heart, to reward everyone according to his ways, according to the merit of his deeds. - Jeremiah 17:10"
Today's post on the GregBlog is one to simply mark a moment in history, for today is the day that someone on this planet will fall asleep knowing that he used to be Pope. I'm intrigued by the notion, and moved by the event. Pope Benedict XVI leaves the Chair of St. Peter with a dedication in his heart to lead in a different way, through the way of prayer!
For the first time in nearly six centuries, and only if he reads a paper or watches a TV, a human being will be able to listen as people argue whether he was a good Pope or not. He might wonder if the New Roman Missal will make a difference, or his series of books called Jesus of Nazereth will help the world understand the true Christ, or could he have done more to stop the evil of abuse in our Church. He might wonder if he will be able to face the realities of aging and the continuing daily loss of physical ability. Dare I say, for the first time in 600 years, a person who used to be Pope will have to grapple with the question, "Was it worth it?"
I have no doubt that the Lord and the Pope know it was!
Pope Benedict XVI will be measured like the rest of us, "according to his ways, [and] the merit of his deeds". (Jer. 17:10) As we watch him exit the world stage , let us also review our life and purpose to this point. Have we done enough to make a difference? Have we helped the world understand the true Christ? Could we do more to help stop evil? Are we able to face the challenges of our lives? Don't be like "the rich man" in Luke's Gospel, who waits until its too late to find out that poor Lazarus chose the better portion. Do what you can do NOW to make this a better place!
God's speed Pope Benedict XVI... PRAY FOR US!
Thank You Pope Benedict!
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