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MAY 1

With everlasting love, I will have compassion on you--Is 54:8

TALK TO GOD DAILY, HE REALLY LIKES TO HEAR FROM YOU

REFLECTION: The oly way to pray well is to pray often. It makes God happy when you smile at Him, whisper sweet nothings to Him. It sounds corny but its true.

PRAYER: Lord, forgive my tendency to take You for granted. I really do love You.

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APRIL 30

Charm is deceptive and beauty is fleeting-Prov 31:30

BEWARE OF WOLVES IN SHEEP'S CLOTHING

REFLECTION: Thieves all have the same goal. They try to get you to trust them; then they strike. They can take a lot of time being charming, building up your trust, but once they have it, they act swiftly then disappear. Be on guard

PRAYER: Lord, teach me to be as wise as a serpent, and as simple as a dove. Deliver me from evil

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APRIL 29

Do not be conquered by evil, but conquer evil with good--Rom 12:21

YOU ARE A FORCE FOR GOOD

REFLECTION: Every individual is a unique gift created to help make this a better world. Your community needs the gifts that only you can give. Constructive action on your part can improve the world around you. Why not be a powerful force for good?

PRAYER: Lord, help me to overcome evil with my good actions

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APRIL 28

You are a letter from Christ entrusted to our care, a letter written not with ink but with the Spirit of the living God, and written...on tablets of the human heart--2 Cor 3:3

YOUR WHOLE LIFE IS LIKE A SERMON

REFLECTION: Your actions speak louder than words. Christ lives in you, and if you let Him out, He will use you as people flock to those who are willing to listen. Become a good listener and you will never be lonely again.

PRAYER: Dear Jesus, I give You my life; do with me as You will

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APRIL 27

God has made me laugh and all who hear of it will laugh with me--Gen 21: 6

YOUR SENSE OF HUMOR IS YOUR BEST ASSET

REFLECTION: There are enough tensions in life without compounding them. You will be much better off if you laugh more and cry less. Life is too short to neglect the gift of laughter.

PRAYER: Lord, teach me how to enjoy my life more

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APRIL 26

He guides the humble in what is right and teaches them the path to follow--Ps 25:9

KINDNESS IS YOUR BEST QUALITY

REFLECTION: Most of us know when we are being used. Be kind, but be careful. Jesus went so far as to make excuses for Hos executioners; He said, "They do not know what they are doing" (Lk 23:34)

PRAYER: Father, help me to excel in kindness, even if it opens me to being hurt once in a while

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APRIL 25

Do not deprive yourself of the good things today.--Sir 14:14

DON'T POSTPONE JOY

REFLECTION: Make some time for your brain and your body to recuperate from the stress of life. Find new ways to be more playful, but don't turn play into work. "Let go and let God (be God)".

PRAYER: Lord, help me to smell the roses and enjoy the children at play.

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APRIL 24

Clothe yourselves with the new self created in God's image, in the way of uprightness and holiness that belong to the truth--Eph 4:24

YOU ARE A NEW CREATION

REFLECTION: :Know thyself". To be made in God's image is to reflect that all powerful image to all those around you. At the deepest level you are holy, within the holiness of God.

PRAYER: Father, You are my maker and I am Your child. Help me to know my purpose and destiny

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APRIL 23

I keep the Lord always before me, for with Him at my right hand I will never fall. Therefore, my heart is glad and my soul rejoices--Ps 16:8-9

SAY YES TO YOUR OWN HAPPINESS

REFLECTION: The willingness to receive the gift of God's love and joy is a necessary prelude to happiness both in this world and forever in the next. Be your own best friend.

PRAYER: Dear God,teach me how to avoid being my own worst enemy. Teach me

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APRIL 22

Those who wait for the Lord...shall run and not be weary--Is 40:31

KEEP YOUR THOUGHTS GROUNDED IN FAITH

REFLECTION:
Every positive, uplifting thought you hold in mind becomes a prayer. Choose the life-affirming words of Jesus as your guide through life. Do not be afraid.

PRAYER: Dear Lord, I will wait on Your word, and renew my strength in Your promises

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APRIL 21

"Which of those three...was a neighbor to the man?"..."The one who showed him mercy."--Lk 10:36,37

LOVE THE STRANGER

REFLECTION: The parable of the Good Samaritan is a lesson in charity. The traveler was robbed, beaten and left for dead. The Samaritan took him to an inn and paid his bill. Being a neighbor to a stranger is a way of showing the love of God.

PAYER: Dear Jesus, help me to be a good Samaritan to those in desperate need.

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APRIL 20

Rejoice with those who rejoice; weep with those who weep.--Rom 12:15

ACCEPT OTHERS AS THEY ARE

REFLECTION: People always say"Don't cry" to those experiencing sorrow. But "don't cry" can mean "I'm too uncomfortable when you show your feelings." It's better to say, "Go ahead and cry, I'm here at your side to comfort you."

PRAYER: Lord of life, teach me how to be a true friend to those in need.

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APRIL 19

Entrust your cares to the Lord, and He will uphold you; He will never allow the righteous to waver.--Ps 55:23

SURRENDER CONTROL AND LET GOD HANDLE THINGS

REFLECTION: Trusting God will relieve you of a heavy burden. You do not have to force a particular outcome. Let the Lord bring about the "right" outcome, whatever that may be.

PRAYER: Dear Jesus, I find it so hard to let go; give me the strength to relax my grip and to place my trust in You.

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APRIL 18

No one can have greater love than to lay down his life for his friends--Jn 15:13

SOLDIERS DESERVE HONOR

REFLECTION: We honor soldiers because they are ready to lay down their lives to protect us. The same is true for law enforcement officers.

PRAYER: Jesus, help me to appreciate the sacrifices of those who defend us.

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I most definitely need to learn to pray for my enemies (the real ones and those I perceive to be my enemies) instead of letting them get under my skin and causing me to hate. I know that just puts a blot on my soul and robs me of the inner peace that I need!

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APRIL 17

You desire sincerity of heart; and You endow my innermost being with wisdom. --Ps 51:8

WHY ARE OUR SOLDIERS HONORED?

REFLECTION: Soldiers are honored becasue they are prepared to die to save others. Jesus does not condemn soldiers who fight in a just war. A soldier does not hate those who oppose him in battle. They are public enemies of his nation and must be defeated. It is his duty to defend others.

PRAYER: Jesus, help me to love my personal enemies and to pray for them.

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APRIL 16

Those who plan good are loyal and faithful. Diligent labor always yields profit.--Prov 14:22-23

COMPETITION IMPROVES THE HUMAN SPIRIT

REFLECTION: By competing with others we become physically stronger, mentally brighter, and spiritually wiser. Stay in the human race; excel in giving glory to God.

PRAYER: Holy Spirit, help me to stay active in working for God's glory,

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APRIL 15

Store up treasures for yourselves in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves cannot break in and steal--Mt 6:20

FIND JOY IN CHRIST'S WORDS

REFLECTION: Jesus taught us to find joy, not by looking for it, but by listening to His words in a spirit of humble surrender. Enjoyment sought for its own sake is a self centered pursuit. Joy is more a by-product of our intimacy with God.

PRAYER: Dear Jesus, purify my mind that I may seek first Your kingdom. I am not sure what that actually means, but I will put my trust in Your intimate presence; and You will guide me

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APRIL 14

No matter how many years you may live, you should enjoy all of them--Eccl 11:8

ENJOY YOUR PRECIOUS LIFE

REFLECTION: Enjoy life, not as an end in itself, but as a divine gift. Jesus said, "I have told you these things so that...your joy may be complete" (Jn 15:11). Take Him at His word and enjoy your life.

PRAYER: Thank you, Lord, for all the love I have been privileged to receive

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APRIL 13

Do not base your judgement on appearances; judge according to what is right--Jn 7:24

DO NOT PULL UP A WEED TOO QUICKLY

REFLECTION: "A weed is a plant whose virtues have not yet been discovered" (Ralph Waldo Emerson). Malicious gossip is like pulling up a rose before it blooms. Be careful not to participate. The person you are condemning may be a Saint in a distressing disguise.

PRAYER: Lord, keep me from judging people too quickly

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APRIL 12

Health and fitness are better than gold, and a strong body is better than countless riches--Sir 30:15

TAKE CARE OF YOUR BODY

REFLECTION: Body, mind and spirit all work together in harmony. Poor eating habits can lead to poor health, obesity and eventually to a breakdown of mind and spirit. To stay trim, discipline yourself; good nutrition takes planning. Take care of your health.

PRAYER: Jesus, make my mind strong enough to take care of my body.

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APRIL 11

Defend the rights of the lowly and the poor. Rescue the wretched and the needy.--Ps 82:3-4

HOLD ONTO HOPE

REFLECTION: If you can give downhearted persons reason to hope, you can transform their sorrow into joy. The dark cloud of fear will dissipate, and they will feel renewed.

PRAYER: Spirit of love and encouragement, empower me to build up rather than to tear down

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APRIL 10

Be persistent, whether in season or out of season

BY STICKING TO ANY PROJECT, YOU WILL PREVAIL

REFLECTION: Your persistence may be all that is needed to complete some noble project. You efforts may be all that it takes to finish an important job that will make this a better world.

PRAYER: Lord in heaven, help me to endure and persevere in my good intentions

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APRIL 9

As God's chosen ones, holy and beloved, put on compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience.--Col 3:12

LET THE RISEN CHRIST GIVE YOU A GENTLE HEART

REFLECTION: If you have the Lord in you, His love will overflow to others. Volunteer at a hospital. Call a sick friend. Tell a family member you love him or her. Your deeds will flow from a loving soul.

PRAYER: Father, help me to be another Christ

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APRIL 8

Why do you look among the dead for the One Who is alive? He is not here. He has been raised.--Lk 24: 5-6

ALLELUIA, HE IS RISEN

REFLECTION: These words announced the greatest event in human history, the Resurrection of Jesus from the dead. Let us rejoice and be glad today and forever.

PRAYER: Jesus, You lead us to eternal glory. Thank you for your eternal love.

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APRIL7

I will see you again, and your hearts will rejoice, and no one shall deprive you of your joy--Jn 16:22

MAKE THIS DAY MEANINGFUL
REFLECTION: When Lent is over, the joy increases. If you love God and want to please Him live each day joyfully. This very act of honoring God with your joy will give your life great meaning. Joy is your vocation.

PRAYER: Father in heaven, You are my happiness. You are my life

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APRIL 6
Therefore, if the Son sets you free, you then will truly be free--Jn 8:36

JESUS DIED ON A CROSS FOR YOU

REFLECTION:
When life is overwhelming don't give up. Be patient. Be confident. God will come through for you. Difficulties are part of life. Carry your cross with courage.

PRAYER: Lord, I need the gift of patient endurance. Thank you for your gift of love

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APRIL 5
This is the fast I choose...sharing your bread with the hungry, and bringing the homeless and poor into your house--Is 58:6-7

THE BREAD OF ANGELS WILL TRANSFORM YOU

REFLECTION: Begin being a saint today. Receive the Eucharist with a happy heart. Be grateful. The past has brought you where you are today. From now on , be the Saint you want to be.

PRAYER: Dear Lord, help me to see You in the homeless and the outcast

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APRIL 4
Your light must shine so that it can be seen by others; this will enable them to observe your good works and give praise to your Father in heaven. --Mt 5:16

YOU ARE A LIGHT IN THIS WORLD

REFLECTION: A three thousand year old Chinese proverb says: "It is better to light one candle than to curse the darkness"

PRAYER: Dear Lord, help me to really make a difference in the lives of others by carrying Your light into the world

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APRIL 3
You are precious in my sight.--Is 43:4

YOU ARE ONE OF A KIND

REFLECTION:
God sees you as His unique creation. Your body is a wonderful, integrated composition of organs and systems. You have been given many gifts and talents. Your personality and good intentions are wonderful to behold. You have so much to be grateful for.

PRAYER: Thank You, Lord, for loving me as though I am Your only child

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APRIL 2
Wealth hastily acquired will dwindle away, but when amassed little by little, it will increase.--Prov 13:11

BUILD UP YOUR TREASURES IN HEAVEN

REFLECTION: The more you give away in this life, the more you store up for eternity. The little gifts of praise and kindness we give to those we meet, all build up our treasury.

PRAYER: Holy Spirit, help us to be generous in little ways this day

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APRIL1
Be on guard against false prophets...By their fruits you will know them.--Mt 7:15, 16

DON'T BE A FOOL ON THIS DAY

REFLECTION: A Chinese garden is an artistic arrangement of stone and tiny pools sprinkled with lovely flowers. Our life is like a garden when we sprinkle it with small acts of kindness. Only a fool destroys his garden with acts of meanness.

PRAYER:
Dear God, make me an instrument of Your love.

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MARCH 30

How great and wonderful are Your works, Lord, God Almighty! Just and true are Your ways!--Rev 15:3

ENJOY THE LORD IN THE GLORY OF HIS CREATION

REFLECTION:
The angels bow before the Lord, and the Saints praise His holy Name.
All creation manifests His wondrous deeds. Be happy in His presence

PRAYER:
Lord, grant me the grace to worship You in spirit and truth by living joyfully.

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restarting this thread as we really need it now:

March 29:
Men of Galilee, why are you standing there looking up into the sky?--Acts1:11

ACTIONS SPEAK LOUDER THAN WORDS

REFLECTION:
Give God His due. Do not merely meditate on His words. Perform good deeds to give God praise and glory.
In that way, you will produce an abundance of good fruit

PRAYER:
Give me the grace, Lord, not only to hear Your Word, but also to act on it

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I do too! We never know what another person is going through..

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JAN 18

Take delight in the Lord, and He will grant you what your heart desires--Ps 37:4

I Will Live Joyfully, No Matter What

REFLECTION. The teaching of a great 15th-century mystic, named Blessed Julian of Norwich, inspires us this day with true wisdom.

She wrote, "The greatest honor you can give the Almighty God, greater than all your sacrifices and mortifications, is to live joyfully because of the knowledge of His love."

PRAYER. Dear Holy Spirit, fill my soul with gladness.

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JAN 17

Trust the Lord forever, for in Him you have an everlasting rock--Is 26:4

Lift Up Your Thoughts

REFLECTION. What you sow in your mind, you will reap in your emotions. What you sow in
your emotions, you will reap in your actions. And what you sow in your actions, you will
reap in your destiny.

Toxic thoughts produce toxic emotions. Focus on the quality of your thoughts. Be your
own best friend; control your thoughts.

PRAYER. Keep me on the straight and narrow, Lord. Help me to control my thinking.

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JAN 16

Stop your weeping! She is not dead, she is asleep--Lk 8:52

God Can Perform Miracles in Your Life

REFLECTION. Do not weep for yourself if you are weak. No matter what your faults may be
they are as nothing to the God of Power and Mercy.

The Lord will bring healing if you ask, and the fullness of joy. Turn your life over to Him
and He will deliver you from your misery.

PRAYER. Thank You for my faith in You, Lord. Help me in my need.

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JAN 15

When you lie down, you will not be afraid, and on your bed, your sleep will be sweet--Prov 3:24

A Clean Conscience Brings Peace of Soul

REFLECTION. Everyone makes mistakes, but those who turn the past over to God's mercy
and the future to His loving Providence find peace of soul in the present moment.

Your conscience will rest easy when you forget the past, and enjoy your precious life now.

PRAYER. Make me into a new creation this day, 0 Lord.

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JAN 14

Prudence will protect you, and understanding will watch over you--Prov 2:11

SPEND WISELY THAT YOUR FUTURE MAY BE SECURE

REFLECTION: Fiscal conservatives tend to live longer. Some of them even enjoy life more because they have savings in their old age.

But you will have greater peace than the richest person on earth if you learn to put your trust in the Lord

PRAYER: Lord, enable me to place my trust in You, and not in riches

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JAN 13

Exalted be the Lord Who delights to see His servant in peace--Ps 35: 27

YOU ARE LOVED MORE THAN YOU KNOW

REFLECTION: it's true. When someone loves another person, he delights in helping and protecting that person.

The Bible proclaims the truth that God loves each of us with an infinite, unchanging love. This knowledge is a joy forever. Relish it today

PRAYER: Dear God, I trust Your love. Fill my soul with joy

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JAN 12

Guide me in Your truth and instruct me, for You are God, my Savior, and in You I hope all the day long--Ps 25:5

IN YOU, O LORD, I FIND MY PEACE

REFLECTION: The Lord God is both your pilot and your navigator. Let go of the controls, so He can take over. He will lift you higher each day, in His own way, and at His own speed

PRAYER: Father, I'm learning to trust You more and more; be patient with my restlessness

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JAN 11

Let the rivers clap their hands and the mountains shout for joy. Let them sing before the Lord--Ps 98: 8-9

GOD IS PRESENT IN ALL CREATION: ENJOY THE VIEW

REFLECTION: Faith opens a thousand eyes. The oceans, the stars, the mountains, and the plains--all reveal the hidden life of God.

Look in faith and you will see the beauty of God all around you

PRAYER: Dear Lord, give me the eyes to see Your invisible presence more clearly

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JAN 10

Grant them your protection so that those who love Your Name may rejoice in You--Ps 5: 12

PROTECT YOUR MIND FROM FEAR

REFLECTION: St Peter said, " Grow in the grace and the knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ" (2Pet 3:18). You can do this by blocking out needless fear.

St Teresa of Avila said, " Let nothing disturb you. Let nothing cause you to fear. God is unchanging love, God alone suffices."

PRAYER: Jesus, help me to banish all fear, and trust You.

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JAN 9

The Lord takes pleasure in those who fear Him, those who place their hope in His kindness--Ps 147:11

ENJOY THE LORD

REFLECTION: Joseph Cardinal Bernadin once wrote; "The risen Christ is with you this day. He continues to need you...He needs your hands to continue blessing others. He needs your heart to continue loving those in need."

PRAYER: Holy Spirit of Love, You are present within me; teach me to enjoy Your presence

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JAN 8

" Beloved, let us love one another, because love is from God" --1 Jn 4:7

SPIRITUAL INTIMACY IS YOURS FOR THE ASKING

REFLECTION: Prayer is one way to grow closer not only to God but also to those nearest to you. Prayer makes life more bearable, and yes, even more glorious.

Learn how to rest in His love, as you give yourself to God. Be still and know that God loves you.

PRAYER: Dear God, bring me closer to Your heart of hearts

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"If I have...all the faith to move mountains, but do not have love, I am nothing.--1 Cor 13:2

TRUE LOVE IS IN THE WILL

REFLECTION: The will says yes or no. Finding a way to work through problems in a marriage can be difficult. Sometimes it is downright infuriating. Bu once you say yes to love, your life will become easier.

It takes a vow to keep a person on the right path. Don't give up because of bad feelings. True love is in the will

PRAYER: Dear Lord, give me the strength to forgive, and to have a sense of humor as I plug along

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JAN 6

Sing to the Lord a new song, His praise in the assembly of the Saints.--ps 149:1

WHY NOT DECIDE TO BE HAPPY?

REFLECTION: Did you ever stop to think that happiness is a choice? We can actually make up our mind to live joyfully. In fact, the greatest honor you can give to Almighty God, greater than all your mortifications, is to live joyfully because of the knowledge of His love,

God wants you to enjoy your precious life. So cheer up!

PRAYER: Heavenly Father, give me the grace to choose happiness

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Hope will not be doomed to disappointment, because the love of God has been pouted into our hearts through the Holy Spirit--Rom 5:5

THE LOVE OF GOD IS YOUR STRENGTH

REFLECTION: Did you know that children do better in school when their parents encourage them to have a hopeful, positive attitude?

Parents have the power to give their children a gift more valuable than anything money can buy, namely the gift of hope and encouragement. A pat on the back goes a long way.

PRAYER: Lord, help me to feel Your encouragement, as I am encouraging others

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JAN 4

" In my anguish, I cried out to the Lord and...He heard my voice"--Ps 18: 7

TIME HEALS ALL WOUNDS

REFLECTION: Scripture tells us that love is patient. It is so true. The service of love often takes the form of waiting, which can feel like a slow death at times.

The earth waits for rain, the bud waits for warmth, and the soul waits for a union with God. Healing is yours for the asking.

PRAYER: Dear Jesus, help me to carry my cross with courage

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JAN 3

"The prayer of faith will save the sick person, and the Lord will raise him up:--Jas 5:15

IT PAYS TO TRUST IN THE POWER OF PRAYER

REFLECTION: Here is a prayer taken from a confederate soldier's knapsack: "I asked for strength that I might achieve great things, but I was made weak that I might ask for God's strength. I didn't get exactly what I asked for, but did get everything I hoped for, and today, I feel richly blessed"

PRAYER: Dear God, give me the grace to be more trusting

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"God is faithful, and will not allow you to be tried beyond your strength"--1 Cor 10:13

PERSEVERE IN YOUR GOOD INTENTIONS; YOU'LL BE GLAD YOU DID

REFLECTION: Did you know that babies teach us a lot about perseverance? For instance, babies can't read books about how to walk. They just keep standing up, and falling down, over and over until finally they take their first steps, and everyone rejoices with them. Perseverance pays. Hang in there.

PRAYER: Help me Lord, to be more faithful to Your holy Will.

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Do not ley tour hearts be troubled...Place your trust in God--Jn 14:1

BEING TRUE TO YOUR INNER SELF IS EASY

REFLECTION: The late Mother Theresa said: "If you are kind, people may take advantage of you...be kind anyway. If you are trusting, people may try to cheat you...be trusting anyway. If you are happy, people may become jealous...be happy anyway" This is good advice , coming from a woman who knew the truth and lived it

PRAYER: Teach me, Lord, to hear your voice within me, and to follow Your inspiration

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