“With what eagerness and fervor of mind and body, therefore, must we keep the commandments of God…so that, with the help of the Lord, we may return to Him an increase of talents [cf. Matthew 25:15-23]. For the Lord Himself placed us as a model, as an example and mirror not only for others, but also for our sisters…Since the Lord has called us to such great things that those who are a mirror and example to others may be reflected in us, we are greatly bound to bless and praise God and to be strengthened more and more to do good in the Lord.”
Clare of Assisi in “The Testament” 61 as recounted in Lent and Easter Wisdom from St. Francis and St. Clare of Assisi, comp. John V. Kruse (Liguori: Liguori, 2008) 111.
Today marks the end of the second week of Lent. The reason we practice the disciplines of prayer, fasting, and giving is not for God but for us, so that our lives toward others reflect as a “example and mirror” God’s great love to our brothers and sisters and the whole world (cf. 1 Timothy 4:12).
Sit in silent prayer today for ten minutes. Thank God for His love and ask Him if there is some good that He has uniquely equipped you to do. End your time with this prayer. Father in Heaven, give me the strength by your Holy Spirit and help me do this deed to reflect the love of Jesus Christ. Amen.
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