As I made my way to my backyard labyrinth, I could clearly see that the entire path was covered in leaves so deep that I could no
longer discern the path. I surveyed the space hoping to see at lease one brick peek trough the mound of leaves that obscured the
labyrinth. Not a single brick would show itself to me this morning. I shuffled my foot around in an attempt to find the outline of the path.
Finding the opening, I gingerly made my way forward. With each step I took, I brushed the leaves left and right until I could see the
way emerge. With each step forward I cleared my way to know where the path continued. Making my way to the center of the
labyrinth, I paused and stood to now clearly see the entire outline of the labyrinth that I had just walked. The way was clear and
precise.
I lingered in the center of the labyrinth and stood in silence as I waited for the inspirations of divine wisdom that typically greet me in
this blessed space. I waited and I waiting longer still. Desiring to hear, I knelt on the soft leaf covered ground and waited longer still.
Hearing that still small voice would elude me today. With the resolution of patient anticipation, I made my way from the center of the
labyrinth. As I walked, I noticed the thickness of the leaves that once obscured my way now made a soft blanket for me to walk upon.
Interesting that what once caused a feeling of trepidation and unknowing, now made my way even easier, softer as I exited the
labyrinth. So very often in my lifetime, and I am certain in your as well, those moments when our way in life seems most confusing and
obscure are also the times that leave us with the sweetest blessings and appreciation for the gifts of the journey. Wisdom,
understanding, strength all emerge stronger when we cross the threshold from what is unseen to what is made visible.
Waiting patiently for the nudge, the sign, the still small voice, or whatever shows up as your guide for you to know with certainty what
path you shall follow is often the biggest lesson. Waiting patiently for the right time to leap forward or to carefully step back, can be a
great aspect of our learning
Isaiah 40:31 -"but they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and
not be weary; they shall walk and not faint."
I am compelled to remember that the Lord is our higher consciousness, our deepest knowing of Truth, our true divine nature. When I
pause to enter the realm of my highest knowing, then I know I move confidently forward, I can do all that is mine to do “run and not be
weary, walk and not faith” When I am enlivened by my I Am, indeed my strength is renewed. I can do anything, even soar with eagles’
wings. I recall those moments in life, I know you have had them too.
The journey from the center of my labyrinth now complete, I sit with my morning tea and wait once more for the divine inspirations that I
believe with full knowing shall move my entire being in the right and the perfect time to the right and perfect actions for this day.
Blessings,
Rev. Karen