PROTOTYPE — the hardest school of love.
A moment from their life
Thérèse chose to sit next to a sister who irritated her.
Scripture
Ezekiel 16:8-13
Behold thy time was the time of lovers: and I spread my garment over thee. And I swore to thee, and I entered into a covenant with thee, saith the Lord God, and thou becamest Mine. And I washed thee with water, and I anointed thee with oil. I clothed thee with fine garments, and put a chain about thy neck. Thou didst eat fine flour and honey and oil, and wast made exceedingly beautiful, and wast advanced to be a queen.”
Reflection
It seemed to me as though my future were shattered for ever; the nearer I drew to the goal, the greater my difficulties became. But all the time I felt deep down in my heart a wondrous peace, because I knew that I was only seeking the Will of my Lord.
A small practice
Do a small courtesy for someone hard to love.
Prayer
Jesus, teach me to love the near ones.
Journal prompt
What am I longing for? What desires has the Lord placed into my heart?