(A Daily Reflection on Divine Mercy)
At first thought, “humdrum” and “glory” may not appear to go
together unless they were used in contrast.
But these two words are married together in the Mind of God. They are “married” in the sense that we are
able to glorify God and obtain holiness through our day-to-day humdrum
duties. Though this may not be
immediately apparent, understanding this unlocks a door to the treasures of
Heaven in countless ways. By discovering
this deep spiritual truth you are able to offer every moment of every day to
God and win His abundant Mercy through every action of your life. For example, even your breathing can become a
source of the Mercy of God when you offer it to Him for His glory. If that doesn’t make immediate sense to you
don’t dismiss it. Seek to offer and
sanctify every action and you will begin to discover that every action of every
day can become a source of the continual outpouring of the Mercy of God (See
Diary #1373).
Try a simple exercise today.
As you breathe in, pray interiorly that the Will of God enters your
soul, and as you breathe out, offer your own selfishness to God. Try to think about this as often as you can
throughout the day. Pretty soon you will
discover that you are glorifying God even through this most basic human
act. Discovering this will help you
realize that every act of your day, no matter how small, can become a source of
the outpouring of the Mercy of God.
Lord, as I breathe in I
invite Your perfect Will and Mercy into my life. And as I breathe out, I submit to Your Mercy
all my sin and self-will. Jesus, please
consume every act I do this day. May
even the smallest act be done for You and for Your glory. Nothing is too small for You, dear Lord. May I discover Your abundant Mercy in all
things throughout my day so that my life may become a continual offering to You
and a constant instrument of Your Mercy.
Jesus, I trust in You.
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