Daily Retreat: Day 1 ~ Eve of Darkness
1. What did you learn about yourself after reading? Today's reading is about our Trust in God. This was first broken by our first parents - Eve & then Adam, who believed the LIES propagated by Satan, the serpent (Gen 3:1-5). These lies casted doubt upon God's goodness which prompted our first parents to disobey God and ultimately resulted to the fall of humanity (time of darkness). After reading this, I came to the realization that, like Eve, I am susceptible to deception and temptation, especially when it comes to my regular vices of materialism, narcissism, greed, pride, and lust. These sins frequently burdened me, and like Adam and Eve, I frequently hid from God. I often become busy and give priority to my earthly tasks rather than praying and setting aside time to make amends with him. When I realized I had offended God, I felt sorrowful. As a dedicated Christian (BCBP member), I should always give Him honor and glorification, cultivate my connection with him (via pray