This is a characteristic of God’s spirit in the soul: he gives her an immediate inclination toward ignoring and not desiring knowledge of the affairs of others, especially that which brings her no benefit. God’s spirit is turned toward the soul to draw her away from external affairs rather than involve her in them. Thus she remains in an unknowing, in the manner she was accustomed to.
—Saint John of the Cross, Spiritual Canticle
IN GOD’S PRESENCE, CONSIDER…
Can I detach myself from gossip, pointless chatter, and useless information?
CLOSING PRAYER
Absorb me in your love, Lord. Make me a beacon of your everlasting light.
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