Matthew 11:28-30
Jesus said to the crowds: "Come to me, all you who labor and are burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am meek and humble of heart; and you will find rest for yourselves. For my yoke is easy, and my burden light."
Dawg's thought:
Today's prayer intention is for the repose of the soul of Steve Crowley.
First of all, I'd like to apologize that I haven't done these readings in a while. I've been trying to catch up on things and I think that I'm finally nearing the tunnel.
I heard something profound recently from a friend of mine that really affected me. He told me something that Blessed Mother Teresa said, which went something like, "I pray an hour a day, except for when I'm busy ... that's when I pray 2 hours a day."
I am terrible at sharing my burdens, and I know that when times get busy, I often get lost in just getting by. At times, I feel like I'm the type of guy who would try to fix a car when a mechanic is sitting right next to me. I may figure it out eventually, but not after I've hurt a few things in the car and made myself frustrated in the process. (BTW, I have done this before, actually ... after 20 minutes of being in the Arizona sun, though, I came to my senses ...)
Lord, You know I have a hard time seeking help. You know that I have hurt myself, hurt others, but most of all, hurt You through my pride.
Lord, I desire the gift of humility that I may be able to love and serve You without putting myself in the way. I love You, Lord, and I desire to love You perfectly. Amen.
Take care and God Bless.
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