![]() We’re not meant to weary ourselves trying to live by Jesus’ example. He lived by the indwelling life of the Father, doing nothing in his own strength, but “only what he saw the Father doing” (John 5:19). As disciples, we’re to live our lives in the very same way that Jesus lived his. Jesus calls us to come to him, to live in him, and to set aside any thought that we can “live the Christian life” apart from him. We’re called out of isolation and into communion. I will come to you.” Daily we’re invited to rest in this promise: “You are not alone”. On the eve of his death, Jesus assures his friends: “I will not leave you orphans. These few verses, it seems to me, distill the way of Jesus- discipleship in shorthand: ![]() For my yoke is easy to wear, my load is light.”’ Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble-hearted and you will find rest for your souls. “The call to us here today are these words of Jesus: ‘Come, all who are weary and whose load is heavy I will give you rest. Just as the branch cannot bear fruit by itself unless it abides in the vine, neither can you unless you abide in me” (John 15:4).Įach morning we gathered for prayer, reciting “The Hermitage Affirmation.” And these lines in the Affirmation have been written on my heart ever since: Again and again I was called back to Jesus’ words: “Abide in me as I abide in you. ![]() Seemingly everything about the setting and our rhythm of life encouraged mindfulness, alertness to God’s presence. I glimpsed a simplicity I’d never known before. I experienced a way of life that was “sane and simple”. Years ago, I spent eighteen months living and working at The Hermitage. (Originally published in the newsletter of the St.
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