Power of One

I'm not the only one who watches the news, wondering if there's anything positive taking place between the United States and Korea. Every day situations seem to go from bad to worse.  This morning, while at daily mass, I was awed by the number of parishioners there.  There must have been at least 70 people present. That got me to thinking of the "power of one."

I know I should have been more present to the readings during Mass but all I could think of was that if a nuclear war were to occur, how would people act differently in an attempt to deal with their spiritual life. I have often pondered that question for myself. What would I do differently.  I know I have certainly been praying more directly imploring God to guide me in living a good life but when individuals don't pray themselves, what would happen if each one of us begins praying for others in need, specifically our government officials. 

What will it take to divert war? What will it take for hardened hearts to be guided by God instead of greed and power? I don't know what it will take.  I don't know if our governments know what it will take, and using nuclear force seems just a tad destructive, sarcasm intended.

Rather than wring our hands in a futile way, I know how strong prayer can be.  Yes, many of you are of different religious faiths; many profess no religious faith but believe in Karma, a good orderly direction, and positive thoughts. So, I am writing this little post asking you to consider asking this along to your friends.  My stats say my posts have reached all around the world, which is amazing.  I am only one person as are you but each one of us has connections and those reach around the world. 

So, while our government officials are doing what they can, even behind the scenes, I propose we begin to earnestly, consciously, intently and very directly pray, send positive thoughts to our Creator, God, to inspire our world leaders on creative ways to solve this crisis, in a peaceful rather than destructive way.  

We are not isolated entities in this world any longer so would you kindly forward this on to your family and friends.  Maybe we, as human beings, not politicians, just ordinary, everyday folks, have more power than what we realize.  And, if we really believe in God's grace, his goodness and love for us, maybe a huge miracle will occur and war might be diverted.  We have a lot to lose, everything to gain.  

Thank you, each one of you!  This is not a "feel good" request.  Lives depend on each one of us to bring peace to this world, not war. Please say a prayer for our political leaders, then pass this post forward. Remember, the power of one!