Friday, February 12, 2016

Friday after Ash Wednesday

I will free you from every sin you humbly confess to Me.
Your grievous faults, what you have done,
and what you have failed to do,
I forgive in the greatness of My mercy.
A contrite and humble heart I will not spurn.
Seek good and stay away from evil.
My spirit will strengthen you with grace

to grow in the gift of self-restraint and fasting.
My presence while fasting will bring joy to your face.
Stay near to Me and honor Me with your words.
Love Me with all your heart.
Choose obedience over every temptation
and then you will be free of your desires.
Let go of preoccupations so you can pray daily
with sincerity of heart.