Rediscovering the Heart of Jesus’ Message

In the hustle and bustle of contemporary life, the diminishing practice of personal prayer and intimate communion with God has created a gap between today's Christians and the heart of Jesus' profound teachings. This is a predicament not exclusive to a particular Christian sect but resonates across various religious paths initiated by God's prophets. Oftentimes, devout followers find themselves navigating the intricate byways of dogma and ritual, inadvertently deviating from the core tenet of genuine God-communion.

In our present Catholic landscape and the drama of current Vatican affairs, we find ourselves in a whirlwind of doctrinal intricasy and liturgical argument and, unfortunately, fostering division rather than a true spiritual journey. The crux of divine insight lies in the esoteric, soul-elevating training, steering away from the pitfalls of exclusivity.  Who has offered such training?  There are many - but suffice for now that we ought to look to the true mystics who personally knew our Lord through vision or presece or intuition - St. Theresa of Avilla, St. Theresa of Liseaux, St. John of The Cross, Saint Francis, Saint Anthony, and so many more. 

The words of the theologian are wonderful, but compared to the words of one who has received the Beautific Vision, they are foot notes.  

The essence of Jesus' universal message is encapsulated in the teachings of these great masters and can be studied and learned by anyone - so long as we chose not get become distracted by the surface teachings.  This message is clearly seen in the perfect image of the Good Shepherd, whose compassionate embrace extends to all, recognizing the profound notion of divine friendship and personal connection with the divine.   A sacred camaraderie, shared among sincere seekers of God and saints across diverse religions, stands as a testament to the expansive love that divine souls embody.

The Christ in Jesus, whether portrayed as the humble babe in Bethlehem's manger or the miraculous healer of the sick and raiser of the dead, exemplifies the epitome of sacrificial love. Through forgiveness, renunciation, and an unwavering love for both friend and foe, Jesus' life becomes a blueprint for all on the path to liberation, and as taught by the great Mystic Catholics, this universal love, this supreme devotion to God, is nearer than the near and dearer than the dear.  It is transformative call for humanity to embrace a godly existence, mirroring the profound teachings of Christ in our daily lives - not in brief moments of reflection, but in intense devotion and contemplation.  For what other life is there beyond the spiritual?