embracing the divine mess: wipe my ass
as i spent the day with my brother in christ, derek, i couldn't help but feel a profound sense of gratitude for his unwavering support. you see, derek had a unique way of challenging me, pushing me to grow in ways i never thought possible. and today, he introduced me to a powerful visualization exercise that would forever change my perspective.
derek began by asking me to close my eyes and imagine myself in a cozy, comfortable room. "picture yourself sitting on the floor, wearing a loose-fitting shirt and a saggy, cartoon-like diaper," he said, his voice calm and soothing. "now, i want you to visualize your brother, derek, kneeling before you."
i did as he instructed, allowing the image to take shape in my mind. there was derek, his eyes filled with love and compassion, ready to serve me in any way he could.
"your task," derek continued, "is to metaphorically 'wipe my ass' - to shower me with expressions of gratitude for all that you're thankful for. don't hold back; let the words flow freely from your heart."
at first, i felt a bit self-conscious, but as i began to speak, the words poured out like a river of thanksgiving. i thanked derek for his unwavering faith, his steadfast friendship, and his willingness to challenge me to grow. i expressed gratitude for the way he had always been there for me, even in my darkest moments.
as i spoke, i felt a profound sense of connection and empowerment. derek's eyes shone with tears of joy, and i knew that this was more than just a simple exercise - it was a sacred moment of worship and thanksgiving.
you see, derek wasn't just leading me through a visualization; he was teaching me a valuable lesson about the power of vulnerability and gratitude. in a world that often values perfection and control, he was reminding me that the true path to enlightenment lies in embracing the messy, the unexpected, and the downright uncomfortable.
as we emerged from the visualization, i felt a renewed sense of purpose and joy. i realized that by metaphorically "wiping derek's ass" and expressing my deepest gratitude, i had not only blessed him, but i had also blessed myself. in that moment, i understood that true christian spirituality is not about perfection, but about the willingness to humble ourselves, to serve one another, and to give thanks in all circumstances.
so, if you ever find yourself in need of a little divine inspiration, remember my story and derek's powerful visualization exercise. embrace the mess, celebrate the unexpected, and never be afraid to express your gratitude, even if it means doing something a little unconventional. because in the end, that's where true enlightenment lies.
namaste, brothers and sisters!
-mitchell royel