Wednesday, February 7th

In truth, it is impossible that a heart which can find rest only in contemplation of the Tabernacle-and yours is such, you tell me- could so far offend Our Lord as not to be able to receive Him. . . . What does offend Jesus, what wounds Him to the…

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Tuesday, February 6th

A work done without a feeling of pleasure is more pleasing to God than many others done with great delight and feeling. Therefore, when you find yourself in a state of dryness and depression, be glad and exult that God has deigned to give you those greater gifts and sweetest…

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Friday, February 2nd

The whole aim of any person who is beginning prayer-and don’t forget this, because it’s very important-should be that he work and prepare himself with determination and every possible effort to bring his will into conformity with God’s will…The greatest perfection attainable along the spiritual path lies in this conformity.…

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Thursday, February 1st

Those who now desire to question God or receive some vision or revelation are guilty not only of foolish behavior but of also offending Him by not fixing their eyes entirely on Christ and by living with the desire for some other novelty. – St. John of the Cross

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Tuesday, January 30th

Since Jesus wants to sleep why will I hinder Him? I am only too happy that He doesn’t bother with me, for He is showing me that I am not a stranger when treating me this way, for I assure you, He is going to no trouble about carrying on…

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