If total withdrawal from this world in monastic contemplation of Christ keeps my soul white as snow, and any engagement with this darkened world leaves me stained with sooty ashes, how gray must I become to fulfill the Will of God?
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I woke up from a dream where this question was the last thing asked. Upon contemplation it appears to be a false dichotomy. Carrying Christ with you continually refreshes your soul and cleanses you of ashes. Slavery to sin is broken. Engagement need not be feared.
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In this false dichotomy is timidity sown and the edge of the tool blunted. In fear of staining ourselves we often fail to immerse ourselves in the world around us. We fear the encroachment of sin which we believe is inevitable. Too often this keeps us aloof from those in need.
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Rather, mindful acceptance that the chains of slavery have been broken, that WE DO NOT HAVE TO SIN ANY LONGER, and a total fixation on the truth of Christ renews the spirit with every step. Sin is no longer inevitable. We do not slide hopelessly into temptation. It can be halted.
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