The ultimate relationship and intimate communication is reflected in the picture above. The bond between mother and child is something that few (if any) men can experience. There are other relationships, however that can be as deep and as personal.
Jesus was relational. He would never have used text-messaging, IM/chat or MySpace. He would not use a mobile phone or send a letter. He was all about the personal touch. If He came today you would not find Him preaching from the alter at The Blessed Sacrament nor up on the stage at Bayside Church. You wouldn't find Him at the podium delivering the invocation for the inauguration. He wouldn't have revival meetings at Arco, post ads on billboards or write editorials for the newspaper.
Jesus would hang out in the mall, at Chavez Park, the kitchen at Loaves & Fishes, the marina. Jesus was not interested in priests, evangelists, ministers or theologians. He spent time with "folk" talking, walking and hanging out. He spoke on hillsides, beaches and in small gatherings.
He advocated relationships - relationships with your neighbors, your friends and your God. Jesus was personal not superficial. He went deep with anyone who was willing. He didn't send bulk mailings, tweets or mass textings. Jesus sat down with individuals and got to know them one-on-one. He didn't preach at them - He helped them.
In an age of rapid-fire, superficial communication, let us not lose site of what matters - people's lives.
blessings on your day
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