Divine Appeal Reflection - 91
Today, consider in Divine Appeal 91: "In weariness and sickness your prayers are pleasing to Me. Do not waste any of these precious times."
In the profound depths of Catholic faith, the act of prayer is a sacred communion with our Lord, an earnest endeavor to align our hearts with the divine will of Jesus Christ. It is a tender solace to know that our supplications are not uttered in vain, for Jesus, with his boundless love, hears and cherishes every whispered plea, regardless of our earthly circumstances. Our faith blossoms from the understanding of Jesus' compassionate heart, thundering with a fervent devotion to his faithful disciples.
Our lighthouse, the Scriptures, show us the way to righteousness and guarantee that our prayers, when presented in line with God's plan, will be heard with mercy and rightly answered. Psalm 34:17 echoes this idea that the Almighty hears and embraces the righteous cries of the devoted, providing comfort and support during difficult times. Indeed, our petitions hold immense significance in the eyes of Our Adorable Jesus, for they are precious offerings, resonating with the purity of our intentions.
In moments of frailty and uncertainty, the Holy Spirit becomes our steadfast companion, interceding on our behalf with wordless groans, ensuring that our deepest longings are conveyed to the divine ear. By means of the divine mediation of Jesus Christ, our everlasting intercessor, as explained in Hebrews 7:25, our petitions ascend before the holy throne in a cloud of divine love surrounding our Redeemer.
The story of St. Monica serves as a moving picture of the transformational potential of persistent prayer, showing how unwavering devotion can bring even the most lost and disobedient souls back into God's loving embrace. Therefore, we are obligated to imitate her unwavering faith and earnestly plead for God's compassion to save sinners, understanding that our pains and cries, as expressed in Colossians 1:24, have redeeming value in the sight of our Lord.
In times of jubilation or tribulation, the efficacy of prayer remains unyielding, offering a beacon of hope amidst life's tumultuous seas. With every earnest entreaty, we partake in the divine union of redemption, steadfast in our belief that every prayer, offered in accordance with God's will, shall be answered in due time. So let us, inspired by the unwavering faith of Sister Anna Ali, persevere in prayer, trusting in the sanctifying power of Christ's love to illuminate even the darkest corners of our existence.
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