Transformative Forces in Life
As I scrolled through Facebook, I came across a captivating image of the Holy Spirit and Mother Mary. The picture spoke volumes without needing any words - but its beauty and devotion stood first.
The next post caught my eye with a thought-provoking question: "What if love and sacrifice could transform your life?" This caption perfectly encapsulated the essence of the previous image.
Indeed, love and sacrifice are the transformative forces in our lives. Mother Mary's exemplary life bears testimony to this truth. As the fruit of the Holy Spirit, love took flesh in Jesus. When Mary received the Holy Spirit, she received Love incarnate.
As a mother, Mary's sacrifice was unparalleled. While we often focus on God's sacrifice of His Son, Mary's willingness to let her love be sacrificed is equally remarkable.
Transformation occurs when we embrace love and sacrifice. As Mother Mary demonstrated, true love requires sacrifice, and sacrifice is the ultimate expression of love.
- Fr. Raja MSFS