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I have been thinking about the call of the disciples recently. I thought about how they were changed and that Jesus can change you and me.
And I wondered about why they were chosen. And why I was chosen.
I cannot seem to shake to story of the disciples, their call, why they made the choices they did.
I wonder if it was one of those “you just know” times. Do you know what I mean by that?
Sometimes, when asked how you know something, the answer is “you just know.”
At mass on Sunday the priest said when he was considering the priesthood he asked his dad how he knew that his mom was the “right” one. The dad answered, “I just knew.”
Not a very helpful answer to the young man trying to discern his future.
Several years later while in seminary and sure he was making the right decision, the priest said the answer made sense. He just knew the priesthood was the right place for him.
I wonder, did the disciples “just know” that following this man was the right thing to do? Maybe they did.
I don’t know the answer to this question.
But I know that by following His lead, things will be OK…I know. I just know.
Even if things are not going well, if I am following the Lord, then I know things will be OK. I just know they will be.
Things are going to work out…maybe not like I want them to.
Maybe not like I think they should.
Maybe not in a comfortable way.
But they will work out.
How do I know this?
I just know.
And that is really all that I need to know.
There have been specific time in my life when I just knew. Experiences that have changed me. I hope to have the courage to share those with you this year.
Yes, we only need to know one thing (Jesus) one day at a time. Then we repeat it every day of our lives. That's Christian living!
Thank you, Mary! Blessings to you!
I think we just know because we have hold of His heart. Even when things are not turning out like we expect, we can know it's no surprise to Him — He has a bigger, better plan. We're "neighbors" over at Michelle's today. Glad I came by!
Following His lead I will be ok–true, but hard. Jumping over here from Always Alleluia.
Be blessed:)
Dear Mary
I just know why you have chosen this as your favorite post for February. It touches my heart to know that when our Pappa God reveals truth to our hearts how we just know! Thank you for a touching post.
Much love and a blessed weekend to you, sweet friend.
Mia
Mary, I'm so glad you shared these words. I have often thought about the disciples dropping their nets and following. They just knew that they should. That's the Holy Spirit. I often *just know* and while I can't explain it, I'm certain the knowing comes from The Lord. So thankful for the way He speaks quietly to our hearts–so that we know!! Love you friend.
Hi, Mary! When I saw your link over at Kris', I was excited to hop over here. Friend, are you Catholic? How did I not know that? Me, too:) It brings a big smile to my face when I come across positive Catholic experiences in the blogosphere. And yes, I have definitely had those "I just know" moments. Great post, Mary! Blessings:)