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TODAY’S WORD…

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Blessed is anyone who endures temptation.

Such a one has stood the test and will receive the crown of life

that the Lord has promised to those who love Him.

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– James 1:12 (NRSV)

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REFLECTION…

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Christians should not be depressed or cowed

by the difficulties which God permits them to experience;

on the contrary, they should see them as a series of tests which with God’s help they should surmount

in order to receive the reward of Heaven.

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QUOTE…

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"The Lord does not allow His followers to experience these trials and temptations

unless it be for their greater good. […]

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He disposed things in this way:

endurance in adversity and struggle against temptation

prove who His friends are.

For the mark of a true friend

is not that he keeps you company when times are good,

but that he stands by you in times of trial […].

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Companions in adversity and later in the Kingdom,

you should strive to fight manfully

when you meet opposition that would separate you from God,

for He is your help here on earth

and your reward in Heaven"

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– St. John of Avila

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REPETITIVE PRAYER FOR TODAY…

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Lord God, let my love for You be always steadfast.

Help me in my struggle against selfishness, temptation and pride.

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