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Practicing Humility As Pilgrims On The Way
An Invitation To Journey by Living The Questions

February 10, 2008

Jacob was left alone; and a man wrestled with him until daybreak. - Genesis 32:24

Not that I have already obtained this or have already reached the goal; - Philippians 3:12

In Damascus, the governor under King Aretas guarded the city of Damascus in order to seize me, but I was let down in a basket through a window in the wall, and escaped from his hands. -2 Corinthians 11:32-33

Focus: Faith is not a destination, but a journey. Being nomads, becoming pilgrims.

• Road Maps or Sign Posts?



• Loving the questions. Wrestling with God.



• A preference for the quick and easy.



• Is it about arriving at the destination or journeying along the way?



• The problem of certainty, or having already arrived.



• Journey of transformation with Christ as the compass.



• Don't take too much baggage.



• Finding the right way without everyone else being wrong.



• Using the ancient spiritual practice of the Labyrinth.

Prayer: Traveling God, when I want a road map, tour guide, and reservations made in advance for accommodations on my spiritual journey, whisper your invitation to me anew. Invite me to follow; to leave my preconceptions and certainties and follow. Remind me that Christ is my compass. Remind me that, while the journey may be difficult at times, it will also be filled with joy overflowing. Keep me mindful that the invitation of this journey is to Love. May I find other pilgrims on the way who will guide me and that I also may comfort. I pray with deep gratitude that you go with me. Amen. -Cynthia Langston Kirk.