grace – MaddogPoetry

VI The Lovers

(Pearls from Hermes) Realizing attraction, fulfilling romance, achieving harmony, Love takes optimism. “ She seizes him and kisses him, and with impudence she says, ‘I had to make sacrifices, today, I have made my vows.’ ” [1] The body cannot go without nutrition The mind cannot go without stimulation But, the spiritual effect of loveContinue reading “VI The Lovers”

The Greater Good

I thank God for the graces He gives me. “Of all creatures in the world, I am the one; Heaven has spoken to.”[1] …be good, do good What about this blessing I have received? Can I say with Paul That I am good “By the grace of God, I am what I am: and hisContinue reading “The Greater Good”

More More Meek and Humble

Jesus is a humble spirit Starting with no cradle. “The poorest waif, the beggar’s child, can at least claim a crib, but Jesus shared the straw of the hillside beast.” [1] He had a submissive attitude, He turned the other cheek, He allowed trespassing, He demanded service. He suggested we follow his lead “… learnContinue reading “More More Meek and Humble”

Hopes

(based on Anima Christi by Ignatius Loyola) Breath of the Spirit, inspire me Body and Blood of Christ, nurture me Bounty of the Creator, sustain me Zealous Christ, strengthen me Sacrificed Christ, save me Risen Christ, restore me Your fiat moves me Your acceptance assures me Your perseverance encourages me Your wounds preserve me. HelpContinue reading “Hopes”

Abiding in Love

All that I am and all that I do is Yours. I yield to Your presence, I surrender to Your will, I abide in Your love I treasure Your blessings and revel in Your grace. I reflect Your truth and goodness. You have restored me to oneness with you. Embrace me fully. You give meContinue reading “Abiding in Love”

Give Me Grace

Jesus give me the grace to remember, “all is gift, all is grace” I often expect you to intervene and give me what I want. Instead rightfully and correctly You provide me with what I need. I pray for peace and quiet to listen intently. I get a cacophony of distractions Continue reading “Give Me Grace”