“But immediately he spoke to them and said, “Take heart, it is I; have no fear.” And he got into the boat with them and the wind ceased.”
Excerpt, Gospel Reading, Wednesday 8th January 2025 – MARK 6:45-52.
So, we know that a burden shared is one that is half-solved.
When we have a friend that we can share our burden with. Not necessarily having them taken away. No, the mere opportunity of having one who can listen without judging and empathise with us is a rare privilege. And it is equally also very soothing.
However, having Jesus Christ with us, in our boat as a friend and companion is worth more than just a soothing friend.
Christ Jesus other than pacifying us, also takes away our storms and burdens.
What are those storms and burdens that assail us?
The year 2024 ended with some of us not getting to achieve our set goals. Whereas, the economic outlook for the 2025 isn’t giving any respite that situations may be any better.
One has intentions to get married since 2022. The years 2023 and 2024 zoomed pass. Yet there isn’t a meaningful source of income that would guaranty them a daily meal, not to talk of sustaining a family.
Another is having age racing swiftly against her while she’s still to get married. Most or all eminent suitors are seeking to better their economy before venturing into marriage.
Then, someone has been battling with ailments. Some of the ailments could be strange while others may be as a result of our lifestyles. Notwithstanding, we still need help.
My dear friend, each one of us have our storms and burdens, and, we all need help.
All we need do is to call on Christ Jesus and permit him to get into the boat with us.
We should cast all our burdens on him then look on to the future with hope and enthusiasm.
Even if medical experts have given up on us; also, even if the year 2025 looks so forlorn, once we cast our burdens on Christ Jesus, we must look on with hope.
Like the Apostles who were roving in a deathly storm without the slightest hope of any help, yet the were saved in the most unlikely way, when Christ came walking on water to their rescue.
My dear friend, your help, too, will come in the most unlikely way. Invite Christ into your boat. Cast all your burden on him. Trust him blindly. Be patient and keep hope alive.
Have a fantastic day folks.
#Blessed_Carlo_Acutis! #Pray_for_us!
– Akase F. Agabo
8th Jan. 2025.