There’s no getting ahead in the Christian life. Each of us is dependent, called to disciple like a child, open to life as it unfolds and trusting that God is with us, taking care of us.

For Reflection:

• Have you ever dealt with ambition – your own or someone else’s? What was that like? What effect did it have on you?

• How does it feel to recognize that you’re dependent on God and other people?

• How do you find the balance in your life of dependence and agency, of trust in God and taking action when you need to?

• What’s God’s call for you in all this?

by Sister Leslie Keener, CDP

Sister Leslie Keener, CDP is the director of God Space, a community-building spirituality ministry in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. She’s a Sister of Divine Providence with a Masters in Ministry and a Certificate in Spiritual Direction and Retreats from Creighton University. She directs retreats, meets with people for spiritual direction, and serves as the vocation director for her community. She enjoys music, dancing, meaningful conversations, and this present moment.