Mary's Trust
So... I wasn't very good at posting my reflections/prayers each week. But I did write them. I figured since they aren't advent-exclusive, some people may still want to read them. Here is one about Mary which I wrote December 12, the feast of our Lady of Guadalupe. It was the same week as the feast of Immaculate Conception.
Mary’s TrustLord Jesus Christ, thank you for the gift of your mother, Mary. From her creation, you preserve her from the stain of sin. With her “fiat,” you became a child in her womb (c.f. Luke 1). Mary, help me to set aside my fears and trust God completely.
Mother Mary, when I don’t understand a path that God sets before me, let me say, “may it be done unto me according to thy word” (Luke 1:38). Please remind me when I am weak: “Do whatever he tells you.” (John 2:5). For I know that only in trusting in God will I find eternal happiness. Also, let me never forget to thank God for what He has done for me. Help me rid my life of despair and anxiety and instead live in hope and joy as I learn to trust in Christ more deeply. May I rejoice as you did when you visited Elizabeth, “My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord, and my spirit rejoice in God my savior” (Luke 1:46-47).
Mary’s TrustLord Jesus Christ, thank you for the gift of your mother, Mary. From her creation, you preserve her from the stain of sin. With her “fiat,” you became a child in her womb (c.f. Luke 1). Mary, help me to set aside my fears and trust God completely.
Mother Mary, when I don’t understand a path that God sets before me, let me say, “may it be done unto me according to thy word” (Luke 1:38). Please remind me when I am weak: “Do whatever he tells you.” (John 2:5). For I know that only in trusting in God will I find eternal happiness. Also, let me never forget to thank God for what He has done for me. Help me rid my life of despair and anxiety and instead live in hope and joy as I learn to trust in Christ more deeply. May I rejoice as you did when you visited Elizabeth, “My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord, and my spirit rejoice in God my savior” (Luke 1:46-47).