Waiting for change

"We are the ones we have been looking for." While I have forgotten where I first heard this quote, it is mildly reminiscent of Gandhi’'s better known, "Be the change you want to see in the world." Both quotes relate to our need to take initiative. Our hunger for change always begins with a self-analysis. Alongside the question; "“what can be done" must come the question; "“what can I do?"” So often, someone observes a problem in the world and complains about it. But from a spiritual perspective, insights are given to inspire us toward change, not merely to whine about "how no one is doing anything about it." Jesus said his disciples would do greater things than he himself had done. This seems impossible, so many never try. Many fail the first step of active faith by not believing in themselves.

When we feel something needs to be done and wonder why no one is doing it, it's time the voice of the Spirit calling us to action. Awareness begins the process for change. But it is only a first step. More is required for the journey. Often believers stop short of action and are satisfied with mere insight. Or they wait for someone else to come and tell them what to do. Without any personal risk or involvement, there is no real advancement. Knowing the answer and not acting upon that information in more that being irresponsible. At best, it is childish. At worse, it is a denial of true faith. Unless we hear, understand and respond to a call to action, we seal our fate to live in an unchanged world.