If you remain in me and my words remain in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be done for you. John 15:7
“Prayer is an aspiration of the heart. It is a simple glance directed to Heaven. It is a cry of gratitude and love in the midst of trial as well as joy. Finally, it is something great, supernatural, which expands my soul and unites me to Jesus.”
Thérèse of Lisieux (1873-1897) as recounted by James McCaffrey in The Way of the Carmelites: A Prayer Journey Through Lent (London: SPCK, 2017) 43.
During Lent we focused on prayer to prepare us for life after Easter. Thérèse calls a cry of gratitude and love that expands our souls and unites us to Jesus.
After the resurrection, Jesus commissioned the disciples to multiply themselves, and He promised the gift of His presence. We can talk to our risen Lord anytime.
And prayer is not some lofty exercise. We abide with Him in real-time with a “simple glance” heavenward in times of trial as well as moments of joy.
This relates to generosity because in life after Easter, He will call us out of our comfort zones. He beckons us out of the grandstands of life and into the game. It’s go time!
And because His tomb is empty, we know we will be filled with whatever we need to live, give, serve, and love generously. All we need to do is ask with gratitude and love.
Don’t overcomplicate this. Remain connected with our risen Lord through prayer and sense Him with you every moment.