The Lord came to send fire upon the earth. As He makes His way towards Golgotha, this fire flares up and transforms whatsoever draws near:

The tax collectors become merciful and give away their possessions. Their heart is enlarged fourfold.

The infants are made wise and perfect a hymn of gratitude to God, Who ‘comes meek, humble and having salvation’ (Zach. 9:9).

The prostitutes are made chaste and the madness of their depraved life is turned into insatiable love for God.

The thief is enlightened and becomes an excellent teacher of the justice of the Cross, so that on the very same day Paradise is opened.

The mystery of the love of Christ is great and incomprehensible, only a burning heart is able to grasp it even a little.

We need a garment of humility in order to come into the quickening presence of the suffering Lord of Glory, and receive the anointing of His saving wisdom.