March 18, 2009
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“for years younger people have asked me how they could know God’s plan for their life. while reading Fénelon and other saints, i find they are not concerned with that question. their concern is not with the plan but with the Presence. when we have a guide, we don’t need a map. without the Presence we attempt work for God instead of letting God work through us. Fénelon said: put aside your self-interest and simply let God’s will unfold around you. everything He does for you is for your good. worship Him without having to know and see everything. continue doing the good things that you do since you feel that you should and you can do them so easily. be careful that all your extra energy does not lead you into trouble and, above all, live in the present moment and God will give you all the grace you need. He continues. live your faily life out in the presence of God. He will give you all that you need. God’s glory and His purpose are the end of all things. you will find happiness and salvation there but not as an end in itself. it is all for God.”
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