Trust God
The best way to gain divine
assistance is to place complete confidence in God.
With great humility and
faith, contemplate the enormous power and wisdom of God. Nothing is too
difficult for Him. His goodness is unlimited. He is always ready to give those
who love Him the necessities for their spiritual life, and for gaining a
complete victory over themselves. The only thing required of us is that we turn
to Him with complete confidence. What could be more reasonable?
For about thirty-three years
Jesus, the Good Shepherd, looked for lost sheep in difficult terrain.
Ultimately, it cost Him His life. Is it possible for such a devoted shepherd to
ignore a returning stray? Would it matter if the sheep had only a weak
intention of following Him? No. He would look on it with pity, listen to its
cries, and take it up upon His own shoulders to return it to the flock.
Remember what the Holy
Scriptures tell us in a thousand different places. No one who puts trust in God
will be defeated.
Before attempting to do
anything good, think about your own weakness and the infinite power, wisdom,
and goodness of God. Balance what you fear about yourself with your faith in
God.
--Lawrence Scupoli, The Spiritual Combat