We need a new kind of relationship with the Father that drives out fear and mistrust and anxiety and guilt, that permits us to be hopeful and joyous, trusting and compassionate. We have to be converted from the bad news to the good news, from expecting nothing to expecting something.3 “The time is fulfilled,” Jesus said, “and the kingdom of God is close at hand. Repent, and believe the gospel” (Mark 1:15). Turn away from the sins of skepticism and despair, mistrust and cynicism, complaining and worry.
