This month I am taking some time to look at several episodes in the life of Simon Peter. Simon Peter was among the to be called as a disciple. At times he showed genuine faith and at other moments he faltered terribly. By looking at some of the episodes in Gospels, we can see more clearly what it means to follow Jesus even when we have moments of doubt and uncertainty ourselves.
Last Sunday, I talked about Simon Peter’s call in Luke 5:1-11. Jesus called Simon and his companions to go out into the deep water and try something new. When they trusted him enough to do as he said, they were rewarded with abundance they never expected. He invites them to make their lives about connecting with others and sharing the good news of God’s love.
In my reading to prepare for last week’s message, I came across a poem by Hafiz titled “With that Moon Language”. The poem captures what it would mean for us to share hope and love and the possibilities that God provides for us. I didn’t get to share the poem on Sunday, so I will share it with you here.
Admit something:
Everyone you see, you say to them, “love me”
of course you do not do this out loud,
otherwise someone would call the cops.
Still though, think about this, this great pull in us to connect.
why not become the one who lives with a full moon in each eye
that is always saying,
with that sweet moon language,
What every other eye in this world is dying to hear?
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This poem can help us remember to offer small acts of kindness throughout our day, to speak with “sweet moon language” to one another, and to live out the life that Jesus came to offer.
Grace and peace,
Pastor Steve