Divine Appeal Reflection - 217
Today, consider in Divine Appeal 217: "The forces of evil are prepared to lash out against the whole world with heavy violence. A terrible anarchy will break loose because of what will happen. The malicious will perish in the awful Rigours of My Divine Justice."
The chaos and violence our Adorable Jesus warns of are not mere accidents of history—they are the poisoned fruits of souls that have turned away from God. When grace is cast aside, sin takes root, and where holiness is neglected, darkness reigns. We see it everywhere: families torn apart, truth ridiculed, virtue mocked. When a soul abandons prayer, neglects the sacraments, and embraces sin, it leaves a vacancy that the devil quickly occupies. St. Teresa of Avila likened the prayerless soul to dry, cracked earth where weeds of vice grow wild. St. Alphonsus Liguori warned that without confession and the Eucharist, the heart becomes a fortress of darkness. Our Adorable Jesus does not warn us to terrify us, but to awaken us—to call us back before destruction takes hold. His mercy is never beyond reach, but time is short, and He pleads with souls to return (cf. Romans 2:5).
Now more than ever, our Adorable Jesus calls us to spiritual arms. Faith, prayer, and sacrifice are used in this battle rather than mere might. St. Padre Pio told us that the Rosary is a weapon that destroys the enemy's strongholds. St. Faustina showed how the darkness might be dispelled by even the smallest hidden sacrifice, such as a kind word, a charity act, or silent suffering. According to the Catechism, prayer links us to God's power and shields us against deceit when it is based on humility and trust (cf. CCC 2847). Whether we wake up with the Morning Offering, seek Jesus in the Eucharist, confess our sins on a regular basis, or endure adversity with patience, every act of devotion serves as a barrier against the wicked tide. Every sacrifice, however small, consoles the Heart of our Adorable Jesus and pushes back the enemy.
While it is natural to tremble under the weight of Divine Justice, our Adorable Jesus encourages us to believe rather than give up. His mercy is a fire that cannot be put out, even though sin may make the world a darker place. We cannot afford to be hesitant or have a shaky faith at this time. Given that His Real Presence upholds and empowers us in the Holy Eucharist, now is the moment to ignite our hearts with love for Jesus. Now is the time for the call to holiness, not some far-off future. Every sacrifice made and prayer said helps save souls from the depths. In this tempest, we are asked to be lights of His light, therefore we are not powerless.
As evil advances, we must not shrink back. Our Adorable Jesus entrusts us with a mission: to hold fast, to speak truth, to live with unwavering faith. This is a time for courage, for radical trust, for hearts that will not bend to fear. When we cling to grace, we do not stand alone—He fights for us, and His victory is assured. The battle is real, but so is His power. Let us be souls that refuse to compromise, warriors of prayer who stand firm in the face of darkness. The world may shake, but those anchored in Christ will never fall.
Prayer
Our Adorable Jesus, as evil threatens the world, anchor us in Your grace. Strengthen our faith, open hearts to repentance, and draw souls from the grip of darkness. May our prayers, sacrifices, and daily acts of love console You and shield the world from anarchy. Guide us to holiness and trust in Your mercy.
Sr. Anna Ali of the Most Holy Eucharist, intercede for us.
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