Blessing

Every blessing is given with the sign of the Cross. Why then are you surprised that suffering must accompany any blessing?

Getting you through

If God asks something of you, He is at the same time committing to getting you through.

Rationalizing

There are two ways of rationalizing your sins, which make it impossible for our Lord to help you.

1. "Lord, it's not me, it's my situation!"

You have placed the blame externally and refused help from our Lord. He can only change you if you admit that it is you.

2. "Lord, you're not expecting more from little me, are You?"

You are denying the power of His grace. Yes, you are infinitely small, but God's grace is enough.

To love Jesus

Love of God + Love of Man = Love of Jesus, true God and true Man

Do you love God? Do you love your fellow men? Because if you lack one or the other it is impossible to love Jesus, who is both God and man.