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“Feeling uncertain about what comes next does not mean you are unprepared — it often means you care deeply about getting it right.”
The nervousness, the self-questioning, the sense that you are not quite ready — these feelings are not evidence that you are unprepared. They are often evidence that what you are stepping into matters to you. The people who feel the most uncertain before something significant are frequently the ones who have thought the most carefully, cared the most deeply, and prepared the most thoroughly. Your doubt is not a warning sign. It is the cost of caring. You are more ready than you feel.MORE INSPIRATION
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(11) For the grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men, (12) Teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly, in this present world; (13) Looking for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God and our Saviour Jesus Christ; (14) Who gave himself for us, that he might redeem us from all iniquity, and purify unto himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works. (15) These things speak, and exhort, and rebuke with all authority. Let no man despise thee. King James VersionChange email Bible version
Paul sometimes uses “grace” as a broad catchall term to declare the way God acts toward His converted but still occasionally sinful children. In every case, whether referring to a singular gift or a continuing package of gifts that result in salvation, grace must always be perceived as unearned. Here, “grace” is used as a kind of shorthand for the entire ministry of Jesus Christ through which we are given salvation.
Notice that Paul exclaims, “Grace has appeared,” just as the manna, cloud, and fire appeared to illustrate God’s faithful presence to the Israelites through the entirety of their pilgrimage. Thus God is shown freely providing them with guidance, daily sustenance, and security. Recall that in John 14:18 that Jesus says in relation to giving the Spirit of truth, “I will not leave you orphans; I will come to you.” Paul is implying in Titus 2 that Jesus is following the pattern that He established with Israel for the church’s benefit.
Paul also describes Christ as the personification of grace, salvation, redemption, teaching, hope, and the instruction and inspiration to live godly lives of overcoming and good works. All of these are shown as aspects of one huge gift that is continuously flowing in our lives.
Even as Paul describes Jesus as the personification of grace, he also uses Him as a synonym for grace and all of its powers and benefits, as though Christ exemplified all aspects of grace rolled up in one package. In this way, we can more easily identify and understand it and its meaning to us. Notice further what Jesus—grace—is doing: It is teaching us. Teaching represents the empowerment of knowledge, wisdom, understanding, inspiration, and discernment regarding our responsibilities. It also helps us to identify the subtleties of Satan’s devious, anti-God systems.
We should not make the mistake of thinking of grace as an entity; it is not a “thing” God dispenses. “Grace” is a term that represents the freeness of God’s personal, patient, and concerned generosity—His blessings and saving acts that are continuously flowing on our behalf to assist us along the way.
God’s saving work in us is not merely an extending of life to everlasting life. It is a creative labor on His part, forming us into the image of Jesus Christ, that requires our freely given cooperation for it to succeed. One of our major problems in fulfilling this responsibility by faith is to think about Him consistently, seeking for and acknowledging His benefits, and then returning thanks and praise to Him for His forgiving, patient generosity.
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A Night Prayer
Jesus Christ, my God, I adore You and thank You for all the graces You have given me this day. I offer You my sleep and all the moments of this night. I place myself and all my loved ones, wherever they may be, in Your sacred side and under the mantle of Our Blessed Mother. Let Your holy angels stand watch and keep us in peace. Amen.
Quote of the Day
“Do not be wise in your own eyes; fear the Lord, and turn away from evil.” -Proverbs 3:7
Today’s Meditation
“We can work positively toward the overcoming of venial sin first of all by praying earnestly that God in his mercy may give us the strength and the grace to purify ourselves more and more from venial sin and to preserve ourselves from it. It is, indeed, a work of grace; by ourselves we could never do it. But the grace will be given to us if we pray for it.” —Benedict Baur
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The daily examination of conscience is an ancient Catholic practice. It’s very simple, and it’s designed to help us identify our sins and weaknesses so that we can improve and grow stronger in the spiritual life, while providing an excellent ongoing preparation for regular Confession. It consists of taking a few minutes at the end of the day to prayerfully review our actions in the light of God’s commandments, followed by the Act of Contrition.
Reflect on the victories and losses
Actively reflecting on the high and low points of the day can help you live more intentionally and bring a renewed sense of resolve into the following day.
Review your actions, words, and thoughts today. Did you actively guard yourself against temptation? Where did sin creep in?
In what moments did you practice virtue and moral courage?
Were you attuned to the Holy Spirit’s promptings today? Where did you feel His inspiration?
Ask Him for the graces necessary to follow His Will more purposefully tomorrow.
Act of Contrition
O my God, I am heartily sorry for having offended Thee, and I detest all my sins because of Thy just punishments, but most of all because they offend Thee, my God, Who art all good and deserving of all my love. I firmly resolve with the help of Thy grace to sin no more and to avoid the near occasions of sin. Amen.
Practice gratitude
It is God’s love that has brought you into existence and to this exact moment. Practice looking for His hand in your day.
Where did you feel His loving gaze upon you today?
What people or moments helped you see God in your life?
Thank God for all these moments!
Ask Him to help you recognize His blessings and providence tomorrow.
Renew your commitment to Christ
Remember: our Faith is founded upon a Person—Christ! Renew your personal love and devotion to Him.
Thank God for the gift of His Son Jesus and our call to be His disciples.
Tell the Lord of your desire to know Christ more personally.
If possible, set an intention for your day tomorrow. Ask Our Lord to guide you in this act.
Pray a Hail Mary, Our Father, or another beloved prayer.
Rest with God
Praise Him, sun and moon, praise Him, all you shining stars! — Psalm 148:3
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“Goodness has a remarkable way of arriving exactly when it is needed — often unexpected, often quiet, and always right on time.”
There are moments when life feels dry and the things you are hoping for seem far away. In those moments, it is hard to stay open. But goodness has a way of appearing in unexpected forms — through a conversation, a moment of clarity, an opportunity that arrives without warning. The more you remain open rather than closed off by disappointment, the more room you create for something good to find you. Stay open. It is looking for you too.MORE INSPIRATION
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