Rev. Samuel Robles Jr.

What do I mean by a "holy moment?" I find that in these conversations I experience, what my seminary professor and mentor often mentioned, a "means of grace." Through these conversations, I enter into a space of dialogue where Kingdom building is the foundation. And in these conversations, I can learn something new, hear something new, share my thoughts and ideas, give testimony, discern, challenge myself, disagree, etc. This is indeed a holy moment because I am a different person at the end of the conversation than when I started the conversation. May God be praised!

A lot of people view inquiry and "asking questions" as a weakness. I certainly do not. I find that by asking questions and being open to learn, an opportunity for gaining wisdom and learning something new is of high probability. It does not necessarily mean that one is obligated to give up something of oneself, or one's deepest values and convictions. The way I see it, there's an opportunity for personal growth and strength. How is this a weakness?

Jesus said, "But the things that come out of the mouth come from the heart..." (Matt. 15:18) What is in your heart? I gave my heart to the Lord many years ago, and I enjoy Kingdom centered conversations. I wonder what 21st century Christendom would look like if more of our conversations became holy moments.