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Prefer Nothing Whatever to Christ
Reflection

In what situations or with what people do you find it most difficult to “prefer Christ?”

What steps might you take to remind yourself to prefer Christ’s way in these situations or with these people?

Practice self-awareness this week and notice when you resist Christ and his way. Explore this resistance and think about what its source might be within you.

Check out these tools in St. Benedict’s Toolbox—

 
Chapter 5 – Conversion of Life – Tool #2 – Practicing the Presence of God
 
Chapter 5 – Conversion of Life – Tool #5 – Being Quiet with God Through Centering Prayer
 
Chapter 7 – Benedictine Hospitality – Tool #1 – Becoming an Instrument of God’s Peace
 
Chapter 7 – Benedictine Hospitality – Tool #2 – Hospitality to Those Who are Near

Use the Tools By Subject chart to locate additional tools on subjects like prayer, relationships, stability and obedience.

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