Imagination

Imagination is crucial in the spiritual and moral life.

We imagine the Baptism of Jesus in the Jordon River:

The warm water refreshes. The dove brings beauty and peace. The voice of the Father arouses confidence.

What an experience for Jesus.

Body, soul and spirit are immersed in the action of the other divine persons – Abba, Father and Holy Spirit.

What does Jesus feel within when he hears the voice of the Father say?

You are my Son, the Beloved, my favour rests on you (Luke 3).

How do we feel when we realise that God the Father speaks these very words to us when we are baptised?

But, not just our baptismal day, but every single day, for through our Baptism, we have become temples of the Holy Spirit – literally walking tabernacles.

Can we use our imagination in response to this grace?

We desire to give up some sin that lingers. Can we look into the future, imagine the scenario and see ourselves rejecting, say, the sin gossip?

Likewise, we desire to pursue and cement a better prayer routine in our lives. Using our imagination, we picture ourselves doing it.

Suddenly, we are more human – more divine.

Amen.