Quote of the day, 8 May: St. Elizabeth of the Trinity

“Virgo fidelis”: that is, Faithful Virgin, “who kept all these things in her heart.” [Lk. 2:19] She remained so little, so recollected in God’s presence, in the seclusion of the temple, that she drew down upon herself the delight of the Holy Trinity: “Because He has looked upon the lowliness of His servant, henceforth all generations shall call me blessed!” [Lk. 1:48]

The Father, bending down to this beautiful creature, who was so unaware of her own beauty, willed that she be the Mother in time of Him whose Father He is in eternity.

Saint Elizabeth of the Trinity

Heaven in Faith, 39

Elizabeth of the Trinity, S 2014, I Have Found God, The Complete Works of Elizabeth of the Trinity Volume 1: Major spiritual writings, translated from the French by Kane, A, ICS Publications, Washington DC.

Featured image: The Presentation of the Virgin in the Temple (detail), Pierre Mignard (French, 1612–1695), oil on canvas, 1635. Image credit: Private collection / Wikimedia Commons (Public domain).

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“Just let Him in.” #Jesus You are welcome. #HolySpirit You are welcome! #HeavenlyFather You are welcome! Nova knows that you have been through a lot. She has been through a lot. But, she also knows that healing is found in Christ alone. #authority #testimony

Light of the Path (Christian Music) = Another beautiful song to glorify our Lord Jesus Christ 🌟 - #God #Jesus #TheLord #Praise #ChristianMusic #Bible #Music #Song #FaithJourney #SpiritualAwakening #GodsLight #YouthfulSpirit #DivineGuidance #SacredPromises #HeartsFreedom #PraiseAndWorship #EternalTruth #HolyGrace #LifeTransformation #SoulsPurpose #ChurchCommunity #ChristianFaith #HeavenlyFather #PrayerAndMeditation #SacredScriptures #InnerPeace - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-mDV7tlwj0E

Grace Unfailing (Christian Music) = New Christian song spreading God's message of love ✨ - #God #Jesus #TheLord #Praise #ChristianMusic #Bible #Music #Song #FaithJourney #FindingLight #GodsLove #HopeAndGrace #HeartRestored #DivineGuidance #EmbraceFaith #RiseAbove #StrengthInChrist #ChristianFaith #HolyBlessings #WalkInLight #SoulsPeace #ForgivenPath #HeavenlyFather #SpiritualGrowth #EternalHope #DivineLove #TrustInGod #LoveUnchanging - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y235k40KiZ8

Discover how Heavenly Father's patience and love are gifts we don't deserve. Understand the importance of humility and shedding pride to reflect His light, striving for spiritual growth in an imperfect world. #HeavenlyFather #patience #love #humility #spiritualgrowth

Light of the World (Christian Music) = Share in this new celebration 🙌 of faith! - #God #Jesus #TheLord #Praise #ChristianMusic #Bible #Music #Song #Light #Salvation #Path #Purpose #FaithJourney #ChristsGuidance #Hope #Inspiration #HolySpirit #Grace #Redemption #DivineLove #EternalLight #HeavenlyFather #Prayer #Scriptures #Strength #Comfort #Miracles #Worship #Praise #Peace #Courage #Community #Devotion - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fUE4pQbGbHA

We express heartfelt gratitude to our Heavenly Father, acknowledging we are unworthy of His grace. Despite our separation, He continuously seeks us, offering forgiveness with open arms. Experience the power of prayer and divine love. #PrayerOfGratitude #HeavenlyFather #DivineLove #Forgiveness #Faith #Gratitude #Christianity #Prayer #GodsGrace #ReligiousVideo

Embark on a spiritual journey with us as we explore John Chapter 17, where Jesus prays to the Father in Heaven. Discover the profound meaning of eternal life and the glorification of the Son. Join us in understanding this pivotal moment! #John17 #JesusPrayer #EternalLife #HeavenlyFather #SpiritualJourney #BibleStudy #ChristianFaith #GospelTruth #FaithExploration #Theology

Quote of the day, 22 March: St. Teresa of Avila

Our Father, who art in heaven

O Son of God and my Lord! How is it that You give so much all together in the first words? Since You humble Yourself to such an extreme in joining with us in prayer and making Yourself the Brother of creatures so lowly and wretched, how is it that You give us in the name of Your Father everything that can be given?

For You desire that He consider us His children, because Your word cannot fail [Allusion to Mt 24:35; Mk 13:31; Lk 21:33.] You oblige Him to be true to Your word, which is no small burden since in being Father He must bear with us no matter how serious the offenses.

If we return to Him like the prodigal son, He has to pardon us [Allusion to Lk 15:11-32.] He has to console us in our trials. He has to sustain us in the way a father like this must.

For, in effect, He must be better than all the fathers in the world because in Him everything must be faultless. And after all this He must make us sharers and heirs with You [Allusion to Ep 3:15; 2 Pt 1:4.].

Saint Teresa of Avila

The Way of Perfection, chap. 27, no. 2

Teresa of Avila, St. 1985, The Collected Works of St. Teresa of Avila, translated from the Spanish by Kavanaugh, K; Rodriguez, O, ICS Publications, Washington DC.

Featured image: The Return of the Prodigal Son is an oil on canvas painting created by Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn (Dutch, 1606–1669) around the year 1668. It is part of the European fine art collection in The State Hermitage Museum in Saint Petersburg, Russia.

🕊️ “He must be better than all the fathers in the world…”

St. Teresa of Avila reminds us that Christ’s prayer makes us beloved children of the Father, no matter how far we’ve wandered.

💭 What part of the prodigal son’s story do you relate to most?

💬 Let’s reflect together—share your thoughts in the comments!

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Join us as we explore the transformative journey from darkness to light. Discover the power of faith and the importance of keeping the love of our Heavenly Father in our hearts, while letting go of guilt and shame. Let's walk together in the light! #FaithJourney #EmbraceTheLight #HopeAndGrace #HealingPrayer #OvercomingDarkness #LoveAndFaith #CommunitySupport #MilitaryFamilies #SpiritualGrowth #HeavenlyFather