April 6, 2025
"Condescension in evil or dangerous matters is not a virtue; it is a weakness and a disorder." ~ St. Vincent de Paul
Be present, Lord, when my desire to be thought well of temps me to take the easy way out and not challenge what I know is a wrong course of action. Give me the courage to do what is right.
April 5, 2025
"Your steadiness of conduct will never injure you, even in the minds of those who act differently from you, for all will respect and esteem you more for persevering in what you know to be your duty." ~ St. Elizabeth Ann Seton
Help me, Lord to remain at peace when I'm done all I can do in a situation, knowing that you are always ready to support me.
April 4, 2025
"In order to acquire a solid habit of any virtue, it is necessary to form good resolutions on the particular acts of this virtue and be faithful in executing them." ~ St. Vincent de Paul
Lord, only you can give me the courage to change the things within me that need changing because your steadfast love for me is so great!
April 3, 2025
"When we think that we have done our duty well, we believe that we have earned some credit, and we wait for a reward. However, Charity is gratuitous, it is its own reward." ~ Rev. Joseph Jamet, CM
Lord, help me to understand the truth of these words and not expect personal recognition for everything I do.
Life is short; its end is soon in view and God’s judgment is fearsome to those leaving this life, of whom it is said: “They have not fulfilled their obligations; that is why the Lord has placed them among those who commit iniquity” (V:257).
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April 2, 2025
"We cannot be guilty of an excess in true hope, which can never be too great because it is founded on the goodness of my God and the merits of Jesus Christ." ~ St. Vincent de Paul
Dear Lord, when I am immersed in trouble and imagine the worst possible outcome, I will place all my trust in you.
