(A Daily Reflection on Divine Mercy)
Why do you fear Confession?
This glorious Sacrament is offered to you from the tender Heart of our
Lord. Through this glorious gift Jesus
lifts the burdens you carry so that you can more fully share in His Mercy. If you understood this, there would be no
hesitation in running to Confession on a regular basis. You would desire it not because it reveals
your misery, but because it heals it and removes it forever (See Diary #1602).
Try to spend time looking at your attitude toward the gift
of the Sacrament of Reconciliation. If
you see hesitancy within you, examine the reason. Is it fear of facing your sin? Is it fear of facing the priest? Fear should never be a factor. Let go of any fear you have by putting your
eyes on the end result. That end result
is freedom and union with God. This is a
Mercy you need and will never regret receiving.
Lord, please free me from
the fear of this glorious Sacrament. Help
me to see my sins honestly but only as I also gaze upon Your infinite
Mercy. Give my heart a burning desire
for this Mercy and a longing for the freedom it brings. I love You, dear Lord. Jesus, I trust in You.
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