Pastoral Reflection
It is a tall order to believe that our subconscious, our
dreams, has anything to do with our daily life. Psychologists,
and God, too, would disagree! God finds
uncanny ways to speak to us. While the essence of the
Gospel today is allowing the father (Joseph) to protect
his family, it is also about trusting wholeheartedly in
God, no matter what. When you go to sleep tonight,
place your deepest needs into God’s hands. Ask for an
answer. Wait to receive a response. It may not come in
the expected manner, but God’s loving heart always
responds. As the Divine Parent of all in heaven, God
protects. Allow God to do this loving job for your life.
For this to happen, you have to offer, trust, and then
believe.