“What, exactly, are we doing when we invite love into our lives? Surely we know that it’s much tidier without it, when things stay at a distance. And yet: I’m sucked in every time, seduced by the possibility of an expanded heart. I hope that never changes.” -Amanda Poppei
Invite love into your life today, even if it makes things messier.
“Under the right circumstances, playing with fire is a delight—imagine being gathered round a firepit as the crackling flames invite us to sing, dance, and roast a marshmallow or two.” -Melanie Davis
Light a candle and delight in the dance of the flame.
“I invite you now to join me in that promise: to continue the struggle for life, liberation, and justice even when it’s hard, when it feels impossible, when it hurts so badly we’re sure that we’ll die. This invitation to eat and drink does not rest on any identity, does not rest on perfection, but rests only on a vision and a promise.” -Mandie McGlynn
Nourish yourself–body and/or spirit, and fortify yourself to continue.
“May we, now or anytime, here or anywhere, alone or with any number of others, focus on affirming what we love, what we cherish, what inspires us no matter what; putting fear on notice that our hearts, minds, and spirits will not accept its invitation. For that is what faith is: focusing on what one affirms in the face of fear.” -Randolph Becker
Focus on what you affirm today. How does this help you face fear?
The notion of “invitation” also draws me back to the biblical parables from my upbringing about welcoming the stranger and the church being open to all people.
How do you make strangers feel welcome in your presence, and in institutions where you belong?
