How the Gospel Confronts and Transforms the Modern Epidemic of Superficiality

In today's world we feel the constant pressure to be productive, so much so that we keep ourselves busy, and do things in a rush. Yet, by doing so, we end up with shallow thinking, superficial judgments, and ultimately transactional relationships. After all, how can we get to know someone, if we pass them in a hurry? Jesus teaches us that we should instead practice presence, and properly spend time with others, as he did with the disciples, and as he offers to do with us even after his death and resurrection. Only in this way can we truly cultivate meaningful relationships.