Divine Appeal Reflection - 211
Today, consider in Divine Appeal 211: "The righteous will suffer greatly. Their way will always be composed of Abnegation. I Myself will be their defence."
Abnegation is more than just self-denial; it is the willful giving up of one's own will, comforts, and pleasures in order to glorify God and save souls. It is a profound act of love that reflects Jesus' life, in which He emptied Himself out of boundless love for humanity. True holiness blossoms not in the clamor of applause but in the silent offering of daily sacrifices, known only to our Adorable Jesus. In His Divine Appeal, our Adorable Jesus reveals a vital truth about the virtuous journey—a path illuminated not by worldly recognition but by the peaceful radiance of abnegation.
Though the righteous may suffer greatly, they are never forsaken, for our Adorable Jesus has promised to be their defense. In moments of rejection, when their faithfulness seems to invite ridicule or misunderstanding, He stands beside them as a shield—unseen yet ever present. The world may fail to grasp the beauty of a soul who embraces abnegation, but divine justice surpasses human judgment. The saints teach us that it is often in the secret agony of the heart that Jesus draws the soul closest to Himself. Every silent tear, every unspoken act of love, is gathered into the eternal treasury of His Heart, where nothing offered in sincerity is ever lost.
To live a life of abnegation is to place absolute trust in our Adorable Jesus. It requires an unshakable faith that His will is infinitely greater than our own, even when the path ahead is clouded by suffering. The righteous do not cling to fleeting comforts but find their strength in offering each hidden sorrow for the glory of God. The saints show us that this path is not empty; it gives fruit in the form of spiritual power and a deep closeness with Jesus. Each calm act of self-renunciation ignites a flame of love, burning away selfishness and filling the soul with divine grace. The more a soul empties itself, the more room it makes for Jesus to reign fully within.
Let this Divine Appeal rekindle our willingness to practice abnegation as a way of life. Though the path may be difficult and the challenges numerous, we must never forget that our Adorable Jesus is both our strength and protector. He sees what the world misses and rewards what others disregard. Every hidden sacrifice becomes a grace seed, growing the soul garden and bringing them closer to God's embrace. May we follow this path with firm faith, knowing that even in our pain, we are cradled by His compassion, and that by abnegation, we become vessels of His mercy and tools for His salvation.
Prayer:
Our Adorable Jesus, fill our hearts with the grace of abnegation. Help us to surrender our will to Yours, embracing each hidden sacrifice with humility and trust. May our silent offerings win souls for You and make reparation for sins. Strengthen us, Lord, and be our constant defense, now and forever.
Sr. Anna Ali of the Most Holy Eucharist, intercede for us.
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