Why is it so hard to lose ourselves to religion? The readings today made me think about this. In an age where self-identity is king, the most difficult thing is to abandon ourselves to something supernatural, something metaphysical and clearly something we ourselves are not in complete understanding of. The fear of losing who I am can cripple me from truly desiring to be a better person. In an act of resistance, I cling to my old ways and desire to do as I please, even though it is not the best action. It even causes me to sin.
Truth is: When we think about our personal identities, we are called to desire things that help fill the void in our hearts. The void is only something God can fill. We fill it, however, with vice, greed, selfishness and pride. Losing that identity, even though we know it’s wrong, is a terrifying thought. When we do decide to take the leap, we realize that the plunge was refreshing in the end.
