Thursday The prayerful soul remains close to God and makes all decisions in light of that relationship. God is “in the center,” of this soul and guides all of its activities. As you pray today, ask God to remain “in the center” of your heart and to guide all of your decisions.
Wednesday As we come closer to God we become more open and childlike, and just as Therese, only desire what God desires. Pray today for this spirit of childlike openness to what God desires for you.
Tuesday The soul accomplishes its true work “moved more by God than its own abilities.” As you pray today, allow God’s love alone to move you to do God’s work.
Monday Literally lost in God, the soul who is drawn to deep union with God, “doesn’t understand anything.” In your prayer today, lose yourself in God and let go of the inner clutter of thoughts and words, allowing God to fill the void with unconditional love.
Monday It is such a great temptation to consider ourselves better than we are, and to desire others to see us that way, too! Teresa calls us to accept who we are with true humility. In your prayer today, approach God humbly and openly to receive God’s grace
Trinity Therese knew that Jesus was ready to give himself totally to those souls who abandoned themselves to God’s “infinite mercy.” As you pray today, ask Jesus for the grace of self-abandonment.
Saturday The person who is singly focused on God’s love and sees all suffering in light of that love is “most pleasing to God.” Pray today to keep your eyes on one goal alone – “solicitude for God’s love,” even in the face of distress and difficulties.
Friday Teresa urges all who seek intimacy with God to let go of their own will, for God knows our needs and deep desires better than we do. Pray today to seek only what God desires for us.
Thursday Always aware of the privilege of being called in Christ Jesus, Therese prayed to remain true to her commitment. Pray today for faithfulness to your baptismal call.
Tuesday Those who have received spiritual gifts from God are invited to approach “His Majesty” with gratitude and love. In your prayer today, surrender to the source of your life, and ask for a loving and grateful heart.
