“For very just reasons, God sometimes conceals from his servants the fruits of their labors, even though he blesses them with very great results.” (CCD 5:463) – St. Vincent de Paul When what I am doing doesn’t seem to have much meaning or the...
Practice the divine virtue of patience and submission to His good pleasure. It is the touchstone by which He tries you and by it He leads you to His own pure love (III:120).
“Our dear Savior was never in extremes.” (CW 3a:255) – St. Elizabeth Ann Seton – One of my greatest needs is for balance in my life, Lord. When I begin to go off on this or that tangent, bring me back to you, who are the center of my life and...
“You have a thousand reasons for rejoicing in God and for hoping for everything from him through Our Lord who dwells within you.” (CCD 8:374) – St. Vincent de Paul – During the day, I will find at least one specific reason for rejoicing and...