Becoming Like Christ
What does the Lord require of you?
As we examine how we live our lives as Christians, we
look to those who leave an impression of goodness, kindness, and humility, as
examples of the person we would like to become. That saintly person, by their
every example, exudes the humbleness of the Lord, and love seems to be palpable
when we are in their presence. Such a person didn't just appear, for these are
not the natural traits one finds in most people. Such humility and kindness are
developed over time, for this person has sought out the grace of God, and has
made, sometimes since childhood, every attempt at giving back the love and
goodness they received from the Father of Lights.
Such a person desires, on a daily basis, to become
more like Christ. The humility of the Lord becomes their personal standard, for
such a person is quick to forgive, quick to grant justice, and desires to be
kind to everyone who comes into their presence. This person does not fabricate
such sweetness of soul as though he were a politician running for office, for
it is the Lord Himself Who dwells in them, and it is Christ in them Who is full
of justice, kindness, love, and full of mercy. "He has shown you, O mortal
what is good; and what does the LORD require of you? but to do justice, to live
kindness, and to walk humbly with your God (Micah 6:8)."
With love in Christ,
Abbot Tryphon
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